Ancash · Hiking

Camino Laguna Chirup

An out-and-back trail, 1.9 miles each way (3.8 miles round trip) in Ancash, Peru.

1.9 mi
round trip: 4,522 ft
climb: 15,170 ft
high point: Out and back
route

Camino Laguna Chirup is an out-and-back trail, 1.9 miles each way (3.8 miles round trip) in Ancash, Peru. It runs between about 13,300 ft and 15,170 ft above sea level, with roughly 3,130 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is gravel. The nearest town is Unchus, about 3.8 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cerro Cachijirca, Churup and Rima rima. For camping, Cabañas and Puncu are within about 6 miles. There are 4 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

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