Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey, Santiago
706 m
22.97 km
5 h 46 m
1496 msnm
Matacanes Completo — iconic canyoneering route in the Cumbres de Monterrey. 19 km through caves, rappels, pools and jumps. MANDATORY guide.
Drive to Potrero Redondo in Santiago, NL. Take the highway through Cola de Caballo and continue toward Las Adjuntas. The trailhead is at the ejido access.
Park at the ejido lot — a daily fee applies.
Ejido access fee plus mandatory guide fee. Cost varies; budget $1,500-2,500 MXN per person including guide.
The route descends from Potrero Redondo through the Matacanes canyon system to Las Adjuntas. The full route includes ~30 rappels, several cave passages, and pool swims.
Full canyoneering gear via your guide. Waterproof bag for valuables, headlamp, gloves.
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Elevation Gain
706 m
Total Distance (Out & back)
22.97 km
Total Time
5 h 46 m
Max Elevation
1496 msnm
Level 8. About 22.97 km with 706 m of elevation gain through deep canyon. Long day in the water.