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Hike-El Picacho
Hike-El Picacho

Wed, Dec 04

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Calle de Los Libres, behind Americana Hotel

Hike-El Picacho

Start at magical Teotitlán and climb to the top of El Picacho for stunning views of the valley. Type / Difficulty: Moderate or Difficult (two trail options)

Time & Location

Dec 04, 2024, 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM

Calle de Los Libres, behind Americana Hotel

About the event

About the Hike: The name Teotitlán comes from Nahuatl and means “land of the gods”. Its Zapotec name is Xaguixe, which means “at the foot of the mountain”. It is known for its textiles, especially rugs, which are woven on hand-operated looms from wool dyed mainly with local, natural pigments. Most people here retain ancient traditions; a majority of the inhabitants speak Zapotec. The trail starts in Teotitlán and climbs to the top of El Pacacho and back. the climb takes about 90 minutes and back down about 75 minutes.


Type/Difficulty: Mountain / Difficult

Distance: 6.8 km to the top and back; some hikers may choose not to go to the top.

Elevation Change: + 327 m / - 317 m.; up to 21% grade.

Additional fees: Entrance fee, $50-100 pesos; small change is also useful for use of facilities.

Meal: Lunch at a restaurant in Tule


Time frame:  8:00 - 3:45 pm

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

Tickets

  • Event Ticket

    Sale ends: Dec 04, 8:05 AM

    To see Member ticket, click "View more price options"

    From MX$450.00 to MX$550.00
    • MX$550.00
      +MX$13.75 service fee
    • MX$450.00
      +MX$11.25 service fee

    Total

    MX$0.00

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