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SaveBallabio trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Snowshoeing, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Trails here are often faint trail and flowy. Scenery includes alpine terrain and views. Common trail features include berms, rollers and rock gardens. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Monte Due Mani.
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This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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- Mountain Bike
27 trails
- E-Bike
25 trails
- Adaptive Bike
4 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
4 trails
- Horse
14 trails
- Hike
45 trails
- Trail Running
45 trails
- Snowshoe
11 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of 8 hoursStats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 45
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 27
- Trails E-Bike
- 25
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 5
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 4
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 4
- Trails Horse
- 14
- Trails Hike
- 45
- Trails Trail Running
- 45
- Trails Snowshoe
- 11
- Total Distance
- 39 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 19 miles
- Total Descent
- 17,594 ft
- Total Vertical
- 5,105 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 7,297 ft
- Reports
- 341
- Photos
- 140
- Completed Counter
- 1,444
Sub Regions
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Monte Due Mani
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- 11
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Popular Ballabio Mountain Biking Trails
• 75 ★ 4.5 • 1,503 ft • 0 ft • 25 •
Trail Cascina Pramina (Bocchetta di Desio) to Baite di Desio
• 85 ★ 5.0 • 4,813 ft • 55 ft • 24 •
Flow Enduro Singletrack Valle DOngoli. Little rock gardens.
• 70 ★ 4.7 • 3 miles • 384 ft • 23 •
Singletrack in Valle di Desio under Monte Due Mani, steep sections, flow parts and technical passages between and over rocks. Be careful when approaching the river. Dalla strada agro silvo pastorale della Culmine di S.Pietro passando...
• 90 ★ 4.5 • 3,898 ft • 7 ft • 22 •
La prima parte è caratterizzata da terreno molto allentato/sabbioso con pendenze elevate, tanto che in alcuni tratti si scende con la posteriore bloccata; sentiero che prosegue in costa in una faggeta. Una volta nel fondovalle si...
• 25 ★ 4.0 • 3,612 ft • 972 ft • 19 • • hike
sentiero che dalla bocchetta di desio conduce in vetta al monte due mani e al bivacco Locatelli, Milani, Scaioli. in invernale prestare attenzione all'ultima parte in cresta, sempre ghiacciata. "obbligatori" i ramponi. Ho sentito di...
Ballabio Mountain Bike Routes
19 miles • 3,925 ft • 10 • Loop •
Una grande classica percorsa già dai primordi della MTB e che con gli anni non ha perso smalto, anzi: con...
Photos of Ballabio Mountain Bike
Videos of Ballabio Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Cascina Pramina | Oct 11, 2026 @ 12:01pm (Europe/Rome) 8 hours | Variable | maooosnow NORTHNLINE | ||
| Alpe Desio | Oct 11, 2026 @ 12:01pm (Europe/Rome) 8 hours | Variable | maooosnow NORTHNLINE | ||
| Raccordo Porta - Via C. Mauri | Oct 2, 2026 @ 7:05pm (Europe/Rome) Oct 2, 2026 | Dry | ebeck | ||
| Torrente Valle Desio | Sep 29, 2026 @ 5:08pm (Europe/Vaduz) Sep 29, 2026 | Ideal | pbertera | ||
| Zucco Di Desio - Balisio | Sep 25, 2026 @ 8:48pm (Europe/Rome) Sep 25, 2026 | Variable | maooosnow NORTHNLINE | ||
| Costa Bocchetta Di Desio | Sep 3, 2026 @ 5:05pm (Europe/Vaduz) Sep 3, 2026 | Ideal | pbertera | ||
| Torrente Valle Ferrera | Sep 3, 2026 @ 5:05pm (Europe/Vaduz) Sep 3, 2026 | Ideal | pbertera | ||
| DH Foppa SuperFlow | Aug 31, 2026 @ 1:02pm (Europe/Rome) Aug 31, 2026 | Ideal | Andreatoz | ||
| LEIBNIZ | Aug 31, 2026 @ 1:01pm (Europe/Rome) Aug 31, 2026 | Variable | Andreatoz | ||
| Red Cross | Aug 30, 2026 @ 3:57pm (Europe/Rome) Aug 30, 2026 | Wet | andreapeterluciano |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| maooosnow | add | report | activity #105661520 and 1 more | Oct 11, 2026 @ 3:01am 8 hours |
| danielelombardo | ridden | trail | activity #105530431 | Oct 9, 2026 @ 7:54am 2 days |
| ebeck | add | report | activity #105047400 | Oct 2, 2026 @ 10:05am Oct 2, 2026 |
| ebeck | add | trail | activity #105032254 | Oct 2, 2026 @ 5:49am Oct 2, 2026 |
| pbertera | add | report | activity #104858159 and 1 more | Sep 29, 2026 @ 11:42am Sep 29, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | Ottimo! | Jun 9, 2026 @ 7:00am Jun 9, 2026 | ||
| report | pianta rimossa! | Jun 5, 2026 @ 2:57pm Jun 5, 2026 | ||
| report | Top!!! ranzanto per pa Bongio Trp | Sep 8, 2025 @ 11:39am Sep 8, 2025 | ||
| report | Ciao, in questo caso ci potrebbe stare usare... | Mar 2, 2025 @ 12:32pm Mar 2, 2025 | ||
| report | Ciao, in questo caso ci potrebbe stare usare... | Mar 2, 2025 @ 12:31pm Mar 2, 2025 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Descent 2k56 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge5 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k40 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge3 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 27 | 27 miles | 11,788 ft | 13 miles | 3,186 ft | #5,132 | #374 | 138 | 341 | 1 | 313 | |
| E-Bike | 25 | 26 miles | 11,768 ft | 13 miles | 3,117 ft | #986 | #126 | 330 | 1 | 365 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 5 | 10 miles | 197 ft | 4,872 ft | 1,939 ft | 9 | 6 | |||||
| Adaptive Bike | 4 | 9 miles | 194 ft | 4,724 ft | 1,939 ft | #4,397 | #337 | 64 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 4 | 7 miles | 89 ft | 2,543 ft | 1,837 ft | #2,824 | #233 | 13 | ||||
| Horse | 14 | 17 miles | 6,220 ft | 7 miles | 3,054 ft | #1,760 | #78 | 89 | ||||
| Hike | 45 | 39 miles | 17,595 ft | 19 miles | 5,105 ft | #4,531 | #188 | 340 | 1 | 155 | ||
| Trail Running | 45 | 39 miles | 17,595 ft | 19 miles | 5,105 ft | #4,641 | #212 | 2 | 340 | 1 | 57 | |
| Snowshoe | 11 | 15 miles | 5,322 ft | 6 miles | 2,661 ft | #286 | #19 | 56 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Ballabio?
Ballabio has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Ballabio?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Ballabio are:
- Red Cross (4.3/5)
- Ponte Dei Re (4.3/5)
- LEIBNIZ (4.3/5)
- Valle Dongoli Variante Blu (4.2/5)
- Condotta Guzzi (4.1/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Ballabio?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Ballabio are:
- June (20 activities)
- May (13 activities)
- July (10 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Ballabio?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Ballabio. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Ballabio?
The longest trail in Ballabio is Torrente Valle Desio at 2.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Ballabio?
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Ballabio?
The best trail running trails in Ballabio are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Ballabio?
Ballabio has a total of 45 trails. Of those, 27 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Ballabio to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Ballabio?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Ballabio is Bocchetta di Desio - Monte Due Mani with 972 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Ballabio?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Ballabio is Zucco Di Desio - Balisio with 2,636 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Ballabio?
Ballabio supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Ballabio?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Ballabio is Bocchetta di Desio - Monte Due Mani with an average grade of 26.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Ballabio?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Ballabio. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Ballabio?
The overall region status for Ballabio is Clear / Green. Out of 25 trails:
- Clear / Green: 21
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Ballabio?
Yes, Ballabio supports e-bike riding. There are 8 trails in Ballabio that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Ballabio?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Ballabio are: View all mountain biking routes in Ballabio.
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What type of bike is most common in Ballabio?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Ballabio are:
- AM (9 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Ballabio?
The highest summit in Ballabio is Zucco di Desio at 5,341 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Ballabio?
The most popular Strava segments in Ballabio are:
- DH Culmine bivio Mezzacca (1,262 athletes)
- Ciclabile colle di balisio (1,024 athletes)
- LAST STRETCH ALPE DESIO UPHILL (250 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Ballabio?
Yes, there are 4 accessible/adaptive trails in Ballabio. View all adaptive trails in Ballabio for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Ballabio?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Ballabio are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Ballabio?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Ballabio are:
- Le Torrette (4/5)
- Condotta Guzzi (5/5)
- Ciclabile Balisio (3.7/5)
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