Rio de Janeiro · Hiking

Travessia Da Serra Da Boa Vista

2.6 mi
round trip
3,861 ft
climb
4,970 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Travessia Da Serra Da Boa Vista is an out-and-back trail, 2.6 miles each way (5.2 miles round trip) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It runs between about 3,860 ft and 4,970 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,680 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 Doutor Elias, about 2.8 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Pedra do Retorno, Pedra do Fogueteiro and Pedra Projetada. There are 7 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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