Crater Rim Tunupa
- 1.2 mi
- round trip
- 1,685 ft
- climb
- 16,631 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Crater Rim Tunupa is an out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.4 miles round trip) in Potosí, Bolivia. It runs between about 15,110 ft and 16,630 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,600 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. The nearest town is Tahua, about 6.3 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cerro Corajira, Tunupa and Cerro Ilapa. For camping, Campo Alto Thunupa is within about 6 miles. There are 2 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. 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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