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Cañón de las Reflexiones, Santa Catarina

Parque Ecológico la Huasteca, Sierra de Urbano

Zone: La Huasteca guide

Distance
9.1 mi
Elevation gain
2402 ft
Time
4 h 9 m
Altitude
5627 ft

Cañón de las Reflexiones — long canyoneering route from Casa Blanca. 14.72 km with multiple rappels through reflective pools.

Warnings

Snakes — stay alert!
Danger, rock chutes!
Watch out for cliffs!
Pack out your trash!
Safety gear required
Helmet required!
Difficulty: physical 4 of 10, technical F (A–G), sun exposure III of III

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How to get there

Trailhead Access

Drive to the Casa Blanca area in Santa Catarina, NL. Take the access road from Casa Blanca to reach the canyon entrance.

Parking Information

Park at the trailhead clearing. Don't obstruct local traffic.

Fees & Park Hours

Small access fee may apply at the ejido (under $100 MXN).

Trail Overview

Approach the canyon entrance, then descend through a series of rappels through Casa Blanca. Anchor stations are marked.

Recommended Gear

Full canyoneering gear: harness, rope, descender, helmet, gloves, dry-bag, headlamp, first-aid kit. It is extremely important not to throw away or dump any kind of trash; consider bringing a bag to carry out your containers and any you find along the way.

What to Expect on the Trail

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Physical Effort 4

Elevation Gain

732 m

Total Distance (Out & back)

14.72 km

Total Time

4 h 9 m

Max Elevation

1715 m a.s.l.

Level 4. About 14.72 km with 732 m of elevation gain. The combined approach and canyoneering descent add up to a long day.

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