Lago Scaffaiolo, Alpine lake at 1775 meters in Bologna, Italy.
Lago Scaffaiolo is a mountain lake at 1775 meters elevation situated between the Pistoia and Modena provinces. Its waters come entirely from rainfall and are held by impermeable rock layers beneath the summit area.
Ancient Roman coins discovered near the lake show that people traveled through this mountain area long ago. The location remained known and visited across generations of regional travelers and communities.
The name refers to wooden scaffolding structures that once supported mineral extraction work in this area. Local families continue to share stories about the water's moods and how changes in weather seem connected to the lake's behavior.
Several hiking trails lead to and around the lake, ranging from straightforward routes to more demanding paths. Most trails can be completed by visitors with basic to moderate experience in mountain walking.
The lake is fed entirely by rainfall and has no natural river inflows or outflows whatsoever. This makes its water level entirely dependent on seasonal precipitation patterns in the surrounding peaks.
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