Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado
Mendoza, Argentina
Point-to-point trail in Mendoza, Argentina. Hiking.
- Distance
- 20.9 mi (33.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,898 ft (1,188 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 40 min
- High point
- 10,577 ft (3,224 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado
How long is Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado?
Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado is 20.9 mi (33.6 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 40 min. It climbs 3,898 ft (1,188 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,577 ft (3,224 m).
How hard is Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Greater Patagonian Trail Section 6: Volcán Descabezado?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap