Gallo Cantana

Gallo Cantana is an out-and-back trail, 8.9 miles each way (18 miles round trip) in Azuay, Ecuador. It runs between about 12,080 ft and 13,610 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,920 ft of climbing one way. The nearest town is Sayausi, about 9.5 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cerro Pilar Cajas, Avilahuaico and Cerro Padre Urcu. There are 3 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.