Lake Nero, from Lake Montespluga

Access

From Milan to Campodolcino along State Road 36; from here continue in the direction of Passo Sluga to the viaduct on the eastern side of the reservoir (Lake Montespluga). Parking by the roadside.

Introduction

Short route for a half-day excursion in a very open environment on non-trivial but regular slopes. In winter, the avalanche danger is much lower, but the area is infested with snowmobiles from the Andossi plateau. In spring, having left the uphill slopes unloaded (the ascent is in a wide avalanche channel), in the morning hours, it is a very enjoyable descent.

Description

From the edge of the road, descend a gentle slope to reach the uphill tracks (a signpost may be visible) for the Suretta Bivouac; among sparse boulders, climb the first step of the very wide valley. With a wide, steady ascent you gradually move to the right in the direction of the visible basin of the lake. Cross the slope to the left of the rocky walls with numerous inversions on consolidated avalanche snow; above the rocks - taking great care - traverse to the right (dangerous section) in the direction of the nearby lake. Some poorly marked valleys are crossed in a southerly direction and immediately you find yourself on a hump overlooking the snow-covered surface of the Black Lake.
Descent along the ascent route, choosing the opposite side of the rocky outcrops.

General Information

Type of route: ascent/descent
Recommended period: December, January, February, March, April, May
Equipment:Skiing, seal skins, avalanche transceiver
Objective hazard:path exposed to avalanches in the middle section
Sun exposure: southwest