Cotopaxi National Park
The classic 5,897-m glaciated volcano and its páramo skirts — trekking and technical climb access.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Ecuador
- Country
- Latin America
- Biome
- Andean páramo to glacier (3,500–5,897 m)
- Best season
- June – August
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Mountaineering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Andean páramo to glacier (3,500–5,897 m)
- Best season: June – August
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
The classic 5,897-m glaciated volcano and its páramo skirts — trekking and technical climb access.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: June – August
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Andean páramo to glacier (3,500–5,897 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Latin America
Biome
Andean páramo to glacier (3,500–5,897 m)
Difficulty
moderate
