Circuito Illampu
- 5.5 mi
- round trip
- 6,272 ft
- climb
- 15,497 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Circuito Illampu is an out-and-back trail, 5.5 miles each way (11 miles round trip) in La Paz, Bolivia. It runs between about 12,970 ft and 15,500 ft above sea level, with roughly 3,040 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Ancoma Norte, about 1.8 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Jach'a Waylla Punta, Wila Wilani and Qala Phusa. For camping, Camp 2 Circuito Illampu and Camp 1 Circuito Illampu are within about 6 miles. 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.
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Conditions and forecast
Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Circuito Illampu for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
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