Ancash · Hiking

Ruta Normal

An out-and-back trail, 2.6 miles each way (5.2 miles round trip) in Ancash, Peru.

2.6 mi
round trip: 5,332 ft
climb: 18,198 ft
high point: Out and back
route

Ruta Normal is an out-and-back trail, 2.6 miles each way (5.2 miles round trip) in Ancash, Peru, inside Parque Nacional Huascarán. It runs between about 14,470 ft and 18,200 ft above sea level, with roughly 4,460 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding alpine terrain with scrambling on exposed ground; it is for experienced, well-equipped hikers. The nearest town is Churap, about 5.6 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Vallunareju Sur, Vallunareju Norte and Rima rima. For camping, Campo Morrena and Campamento Morena are 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.

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Conditions and forecast

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