Valparaíso · Hiking

Ruta Co. Parva Del Inca

An out-and-back trail, 3.5 miles each way (7.1 miles round trip) in Valparaíso, Chile.

3.6 mi
round trip
5,546 ft
climb
15,765 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Ruta Co. Parva Del Inca is an out-and-back trail, 3.5 miles each way (7.1 miles round trip) in Valparaíso, Chile. It runs between about 10,430 ft and 15,760 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,740 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. The nearest town is Las Cuevas, about 8.0 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cerro Varela, Cerro Parva del Inca and Cerro Parva del Inca Norte. For camping, Campamento Cajón El Peñón 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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