Cajas National Park
Cajas walking routes
Four marked routes start from La Toreadora and Tres Cruces. They run from a short, steep summit climb to a long day across the páramo.
Compare the routes
| Route | Distance | Time | Difficulty | Avg. altitude |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route 1 · Nature and Human History | 4.5 km | 5 h 05 | Moderate | 3,900 m |
| Route 2 · Cerro San Luis Summit | 2.5 km | 3 h 50 | High | 4,084 m |
| Route 3 · Quinuas Valley | 8.9 km | 6 h 55 | Moderate | 3,951 m |
| Route 4 · Historic Paths | 6.8 km | 4 h 05 | Moderate | 3,976 m |
Before any route: register at the control and start early; no walk may start or continue after 16:00. Transport and registration
The four routes
Route 1
Nature and Human History
Lakes, woodland and a historic road on one loop.
Route 2
Cerro San Luis Summit
Short and steep, to a summit above 4,000 m.
Route 3
Quinuas Valley
The longest: nearly 9 km of páramo and lakes.
Route 4
Historic Paths
Historic paths from Tres Cruces to the Inca road.