Ruta Al Rumiñahui Central
- 2.9 mi
- round trip
- 2,931 ft
- climb
- 15,027 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Ruta Al Rumiñahui Central is an out-and-back trail, 2.9 miles each way (5.7 miles round trip) in Cotopaxi, Ecuador, inside Parque Nacional Cotopaxi. It runs between about 12,660 ft and 15,030 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,080 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 Machachi, about 9.1 miles southeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Rumiňahui central, Rumiñahui and Rumiňahui norte. For camping, La Rinconada 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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