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Cerro Chirripó Summit — Costa Rica

Cerro Chirripó Summit

A 20-km round trip to Costa Rica's high point at 3,820 m — cloud forest to páramo.

Where on earth

Satellite imagery flying in from a world view to Cerro Chirripó Summit, Latin America.

Region
Costa Rica
Country
Latin America
Biome
Costa Rican páramo (1,500–3,820 m)
Best season
December – April
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Costa Rican páramo (1,500–3,820 m)
  • Best season: December – April
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

A 20-km round trip to Costa Rica's high point at 3,820 m — cloud forest to páramo.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: December – April

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Costa Rican páramo (1,500–3,820 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Latin America
Biome
Costa Rican páramo (1,500–3,820 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Cerro Chirripó Summit

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Last verified: 1970-01-01