Tuquipayoc
- 0.5 mi
- round trip
- 501 ft
- climb
- 11,740 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Tuquipayoc is an out-and-back trail, 0.5 miles each way (1.0 miles round trip) in Ancash, Peru. It runs between about 11,340 ft and 11,740 ft above sea level, with roughly 450 ft of climbing one way. It is a well-made walking path, fine for most hikers. The nearest town is Unchus, about 1.1 miles northeast of the trailhead. For camping, Marian.Wahi and Cabañas are within about 6 miles. There are 5 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
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