About the Hike: The Huayapam hike is one of the most popular of the season because there are two hikes – one moderate, the other more challenging (see maps below) – taking place at the same time. Those wishing a pleasant stroll through the countryside through gently rolling terrain may opt for the easier hike. People wanting a more invigorating trek in the hill country nearby should choose the difficult option. Both hikes cover about the same distance and start and end at the same time. At the conclusion of both, everyone will rendezvous at the cluster of restaurants on the shore of one of the lakes nearby for a pleasant lunch before heading back to Oaxaca.

Type/Rating: Countryside / Moderate or Difficult

Distance: 6 km

Elevation change: + 116 m / - 38 m

Additional fee: None

Meal: Lunch at lakeside restaurant

Time Frame: 8:00 am 2 pm. (Please arrive by 7:45 am. Ending time is approximate)

Meeting & Return Point: Calle de Los Libres, between Zarate and San Martin, directly behind the Gran Fiesta Americana Hotel. See map on the hiking introduction page