Bivouac dei Cacciatori

Bivacco dei Cacciatori sits at 2,275m on the northeast face of Monte Disgrazia in the Masino Valley. Approach from San Martino in the Maira; allow 5–6 hours for the 1,100m climb via the normal route through steep forest and scree. This is a serious alpine approach requiring mountain sense and scrambling ability. The bivouac serves as a base for technical climbing on Disgrazia's north face and for traverses across the Val Masino ridge system.

The hut is a small, unstaffed shelter with 4 beds and basic emergency supplies. There is no water, no heating, and no guardian. You must be completely self-sufficient: bring a sleeping bag, stove, fuel, food, and water. The structure offers protection from wind and weather but nothing more. Open year-round in theory, though snow and ice make it inaccessible November to May for most parties.

This is climber's shelter, not a staffed hut. Treat it as you would any alpine bivouac—leave it cleaner than you found it. Register your presence in the logbook. If you're looking for meals, a guardian, or reliable supplies, use Rifugio Torelli (2,533m), 3 hours away, instead. Only come here if you're competent at moving fast over mixed terrain and carrying everything you need.