Palcaraju Oeste
About
Palcaraju Oeste is a mountain in Ancash, Peru, with its summit at about 20,050 ft (6,110 m) above sea level. It stands inside Parque Nacional Huascarán. No mapped trail reaches the top in OpenStreetMap, so plan the approach with local maps or a guide. The nearest town is Urus, about 11 miles east of the summit. Peaks within about 3 miles include Palcaraju, Palcaraju Este and Tocllaraju. For camping, Tocllaraju Glacier Camp and Tocllaraju High Camp are within about 6 miles. The location and elevation come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Check local access rules and conditions before you go.
Summit Facts
Summit elevation
20,046 ft
Location
Palcaraju Oeste
Ancash
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