Pico Cuadrado, García
ANP Sierra el Fraile y San Miguel
Zone: Sierra el Fraile and García
- Distance
- 7.9 mi
- Elevation gain
- 3737 ft
- Time
- 6 h
- Altitude
- 6148 ft
Pico Cuadrado in the Sierra el Fraile (García, NL): 12.64 km and 1,139 m elevation gain, passing through Mesa de Pinos, El Bosque de Duendes and Mirador del Fraile. A 7B-II route ideal for intermediate hikers.
Warnings
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Packing List
How to get there
Trailhead Access
The easiest way is to search Google Maps for "Grutas de García". Once close to that point, head a bit further toward the base of the mountain. The exact starting point is marked on our route.
Parking Information
You can leave your vehicle at the Grutas de García parking lot, though that adds some walking to the trailhead. The other option is to drive to the actual trailhead — after passing the cave entrance, the road becomes dirt; any vehicle can make it with care. Be sure not to block the road so other cars can pass.
Fees & Park Hours
As of June 11, 2025, this route has no access fees.
Trail Overview
The start of the trail is the easiest part to get lost; we recommend checking your Wikiloc track until you find the right path. There are several intersections where you'll need to pay close attention to keep the correct direction.
Recommended Gear
Hiking poles; Power bank; Sunscreen; First-aid kit; Insect repellent. Avoid strong-smelling food that may attract wildlife. Carry a bag to pack out all your trash, peels and wrappers, including any litter you find along the way.
What to Expect on the Trail
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Elevation Gain
1139 m
Total Distance (Out & back)
12.64 km
Total Time
6 h
Max Elevation
1874 m a.s.l.
Level 6 route (scale of 1 to 10, based on positive elevation gain where each level groups 200 m bands). Pico Cuadrado has about 1,139 m of total elevation gain over 12.64 km (round trip). It is demanding due to both distance and elevation gain, comparable to routes like La Calle and Puerto la Papa.
