Baita Scoiattoli
3.9
Ticino, Switzerland
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About
Baita Scoiattoli sits at 2,395m in the Bergamo Alps, on the eastern side of the Presolana massif. Reach it from the village of Castione della Presolana in 2.5 hours on foot. The standard route follows the CAI path up steep forest terrain, emerging into open meadows before the final push to the hut. In winter and poor visibility, the trail is steep and exposed—use a guide or turn back if conditions deteriorate.
The hut sleeps 20 people in mixed dormitories. Meals are available at dinner and breakfast. The kitchen is basic but functional. Water comes from a mountain spring. Toilets are outside—expect squat toilets in winter. The hut sits on high pasture with views toward the Orobie range. This is a working base for ascents of the Presolana (2,521m) and traverses toward Pizzo Erbellina. Summer is the active season; winter access depends on snow conditions and your mountain skills.
Book directly with the hut keeper before visiting, especially in July and August when it fills with weekend hikers. The hut operates from June through September in most years, but confirm opening dates each spring. Bring cash—card payments are unreliable at this elevation. Mobile signal is poor; plan your approach and descent timing before you arrive.
The hut sleeps 20 people in mixed dormitories. Meals are available at dinner and breakfast. The kitchen is basic but functional. Water comes from a mountain spring. Toilets are outside—expect squat toilets in winter. The hut sits on high pasture with views toward the Orobie range. This is a working base for ascents of the Presolana (2,521m) and traverses toward Pizzo Erbellina. Summer is the active season; winter access depends on snow conditions and your mountain skills.
Book directly with the hut keeper before visiting, especially in July and August when it fills with weekend hikers. The hut operates from June through September in most years, but confirm opening dates each spring. Bring cash—card payments are unreliable at this elevation. Mobile signal is poor; plan your approach and descent timing before you arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead, especially weekends and July-August. Contact the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September; check current status before visiting as staffing varies. Winter access is possible only with guides due to avalanche risk.
Start from Castione della Presolana village and follow CAI marked trails up steep forest for 2.5 hours to the hut at 2,395m. The route becomes exposed in poor visibility—turn back if conditions deteriorate.
The hut serves dinner and breakfast; you sleep in mixed dormitories with 20 total beds. Shower facilities are basic—bring a headlamp and confirm hot water availability when booking.
The steep, exposed approach makes it better for experienced hikers; families with young children should consider lower huts. The 2.5-hour hike is manageable for fit hikers comfortable with elevation gain in variable terrain.
Location
46.0622, 9.0287
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Quick Facts
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.scoiattoli.ch/baitahome.php
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