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Cotopaxi (Ecuador) — Ecuador

Cotopaxi (Ecuador)

5,897-m glaciated volcano — one of the world's most-climbed high peaks.

Where on earth

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Region
Ecuador
Country
Worldwide
Biome
Andean volcano (3,800–5,897 m)
Best season
November – February, June – August
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Andean volcano (3,800–5,897 m)
  • Best season: November – February, June – August
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

5,897-m glaciated volcano — one of the world's most-climbed high peaks.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: November – February, June – August

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Andean volcano (3,800–5,897 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
Andean volcano (3,800–5,897 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

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Last verified: 1970-01-01