Arequipa · Hiking

Ruta Chiguata Fast Way Down

1.1 mi
round trip
2,300 ft
climb
14,826 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Ruta Chiguata Fast Way Down is an out-and-back trail, 1.1 miles each way (2.1 miles round trip) in Arequipa, Peru. It runs between about 12,590 ft and 14,830 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,270 ft of climbing one way. The nearest town is Cachamarca, about 4.3 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include El Misti and El Misti. For camping, Campo Pyramde and Campamento 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.

Conditions and forecast

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

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