Ancash · Hiking

Camino Del Inka

An out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.4 miles round trip) in Ancash, Peru.

1.2 mi
round trip: 964 ft
climb: 13,818 ft
high point: Out and back
route

Camino Del Inka is an out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.4 miles round trip) in Ancash, Peru. It runs between about 12,850 ft and 13,820 ft above sea level, with roughly 960 ft of climbing one way. It is a well-made walking path, fine for most hikers. The nearest town is Chincay, about 1.6 miles southwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Punta Callán. For camping, Inkawasi Camping is within about 6 miles. 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 María Josefa · Lag. Shallap Trek · Lag. Llaca Trek

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Camino Del Inka for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.