Circuito Alpino
- 1.1 mi
- round trip
- 692 ft
- climb
- 14,012 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Circuito Alpino is an out-and-back trail, 1.1 miles each way (2.2 miles round trip) in Huánuco, Peru. It runs between about 13,610 ft and 14,010 ft above sea level, with roughly 500 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. The nearest town is Tupac Amaru, about 6.4 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Cerro Yanaccocha, Alcay and Yerupajá Chico. For camping, Carhuacocha and (Cp. auxiliar) 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 Circuito Alpino for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
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