Hiking Trips and Tips N°8 – LAGO DI DARENGO FROM DANGRI

A perfect two-day hike with all the comforts waiting on top

The brew of this track is by Yuri

At a Glance

Distance: 16.2km (10mi)

Duration (average): One or two days

Difficulty Level: Easy

Start / Finish: Dangri

Elevation Gain/Loss: 1300m (4200 ft)

Getting There & Away:
The only way to reach Dangri is by car.
At the start of the trail, there’s a small parking area with about 20 spots available.

Season:
The bivouac is accessible from June to September via an online booking and payment system that provides an access code to open the door — no physical keys required.
We can consider this a three-season hike, though we strongly advise against attempting it in winter without proper alpine equipment.

Informations:
Permits: no permits are required.
Language: Italian and English are useful for the booking system.
Cell/Mobile Phone Coverage: Mostly poor along the route, with a few signal spots near the top.

Resupply & Water:
Since the trail follows the course of the stream, you’ll find water sources along most of the route.

Route / Conditions:
The hike unfolds in three main sections.

The first — and most well-kept — follows a narrow mule track, climbing from the Crotto d’Angri up to the mountain village of Baggio.

Once past the village, the second section begins, contouring along the slope until you reach a small bridge that crosses the stream.

From there, the trail grows steeper and slips into the woods.
At the end of this stretch, the path opens onto a plateau where the view suddenly widens to the peaks above — and, if you’re lucky, you might find a few horses grazing nearby.

The last section is the most demanding: short but vertical, and often damp due to the proximity of the stream — take it slow, stay safe.

At the top, you’ll find a small alpine lake where you can take a dip, and a bivouac equipped with everything you might need — including a fully stocked kitchen.
You can spend the night inside, or, during the warmer months, enjoy the experience of sleeping in a tent.

For the rest, just enjoy the evening: light a fire, share some food, and spend the night in good company under the stars.