Rio de Janeiro · Hiking

Acesso Ao Ponto Mais Alto Da Serra Do Capim

An out-and-back trail, 2.5 miles each way (5.0 miles round trip) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

2.5 mi
round trip
3,002 ft
climb
4,347 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Acesso Ao Ponto Mais Alto Da Serra Do Capim is an out-and-back trail, 2.5 miles each way (5.0 miles round trip) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It runs between about 2,670 ft and 4,350 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,320 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Pião, about 5.2 miles southwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Serra do Capim. 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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