Huánuco · Hiking

Circuito Alpino

0.9 mi
round trip
596 ft
climb
15,007 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Circuito Alpino is an out-and-back trail, 0.9 miles each way (1.7 miles round trip) in Huánuco, Peru. It runs between about 14,590 ft and 15,010 ft above sea level, with roughly 450 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Tupac Amaru, about 2.9 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Jurau, Wank'a Marka and Trapecio. For camping, Campamento Huayhuash and Siula Grande base camp 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 Circuito Alpino for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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