Pichincha · Hiking

Carril Ciclo Y Peatonal

A 0.8-mile loop in Pichincha, Ecuador.

0.8 mi
loop: 130 ft
climb: 9,517 ft
high point: Loop
route

Carril Ciclo Y Peatonal is a 0.8-mile loop in Pichincha, Ecuador. It runs between about 9,430 ft and 9,520 ft above sea level, with roughly 130 ft of climbing over the route. Most of the way is pavement. The nearest town is Lloa, about 3.7 miles southeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cashaloma. For camping, Parque España and Tía Sonia are within about 6 miles. There are 22 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.

NearbySendero Cumbre Rucu Pichincha · S · Ruta Paso De La Muerte

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Carril Ciclo Y Peatonal for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.