Montaña Roja Summit Trail – Volcanic Landscape Trail loop from La Montañeta
Montaña Roja Summit Trail – Volcanic Landscape Trail loop from La Montañeta
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526
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02:28
8.21km
270m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Last updated: August 21, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
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113 m
Highlight • Structure
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1.43 km
Highlight • Trail
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3.31 km
Highlight • Viewpoint
4.70 km
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4.72 km
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5.27 km
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7.08 km
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7.20 km
Highlight • Summit
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8.21 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.63 km
1.93 km
1.14 km
312 m
188 m
Surfaces
3.93 km
1.81 km
1.01 km
983 m
312 m
160 m
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Elevation
Highest point (490 m)
Lowest point (300 m)
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The severe volcanic eruptions between 1730 and 1736 deposited thick layers of lapilli (picón) here, ranging from 1 to 2.5 meters in thickness. Initially born out of necessity, a unique form of dryland farming developed. To access fertile soil, hollows were dug into the lapilli layer, …
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Here, a landscape awaits you that is unparalleled worldwide – a symbiosis of human craftsmanship and raw volcanic power that leaves every hiker in awe.
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