Trilha Acesso Ao Moleson

Trilha Acesso Ao Moleson 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 4,160 ft and 6,010 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 Barra Alegre, about 3.8 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Pico do Molezon, Alto do Mundo Novo and Pedra da Boa Vista. Poço Indiana Jones and Cachoeira São José are within about 3 miles. For camping, Camping da Ilha and Poço Feio are within about 6 miles. There are 8 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.