About the Hike: The hills to the west of the toll road to Mexico City in the northern end of the Valley of Oaxaca near Huitzo offer wonderful opportunity for hikers to experience the open countryside. There are miles of interconnecting jeep roads and footpaths to explore. This particular hike is a 5.9 mile loop trek, be advised there is no shade in the area, so come prepared to spend three hours in the full sun.

Driving Time: 45 minutes (one way)

Type/Difficulty: Countryside / Moderate

Hike Type: Loop trail

Distance: 9.5 km / 5.9 mi

Starting elevation: 5555 feet/ 1693 meters

Elevation Change: +896 feet / -871 feet

Additional Fee: Admission/ Guide n/a

Lunch: Bring sack lunch

Time frame: 8:00 - 12:45 pm.

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

Estimated time frame: 8:00 departure from Oaxaca / 8:45 arrive at recreation park – begin three hour out & back or loop hike / 12:00 conclude hike 12:00 return to Oaxaca, approximate return time 12:45