Ascención Cerro Mercedario

Ascención Cerro Mercedario is an out-and-back trail, 8.2 miles each way (16 miles round trip) in San Juan, Argentina. It runs between about 11,780 ft and 21,990 ft above sea level, with roughly 10 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. Most of the way is dirt. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cerro Mercedario. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.