Places
Hike·Moderate·Sporty·Hidden gem
Monte Gariglione, Sila Piccola
Calabria
Monte Gariglione (1,764 m) is the highest summit of the Sila Piccola — the southern arm of the Sila plateau. The approach from Sersale crosses old-growth black pine (Pinus laricio) forest. Wolf pack territory in the Sila Piccola is large — tracks found on virtually every winter walk. Golden eagle has 3 confirmed pairs on the Gariglione massif. The Ionian Sea is visible from the summit.
Duration
4 hours
Distance
10 km
Elevation
+600 m
Best season
May – October
Highlights
- Wolf tracks found on virtually every winter walk
- 3 confirmed golden eagle pairs on the massif
- Ionian Sea visible from the 1,764 m summit
With your dog
Mountain trail; dogs off-leash.
