Ruta Al Pico Central
- 1.9 mi
- one way
- 3,366 ft
- climb
- 17,088 ft
- high point
- Point to point
- route
Ruta Al Pico Central is a 1.9-mile point-to-point route in Cauca, Colombia, inside Parque Nacional Natural Nevado del Huila. It runs between about 14,160 ft and 17,090 ft above sea level, with roughly 3,370 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. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Mesa de Caloto, about 10 miles north of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Pico Norte, Pico La Cresta and Nevado del Huila. For camping, Campamento Colombiano and Campamento Marte are within about 6 miles. There are 5 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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Conditions and forecast
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