Pico Cuauhtémoc, Monterrey
Reserva Natural Cerro de las Mitras
Zone: Cerro de las Mitras guide
- Distance
- 6.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 4199 ft
- Time
- 4 h 4 m
- Altitude
- 6778 ft
Pico Cuauhtémoc — the highest summit of Cerro de las Mitras. 9.67 km with 1,280 m of elevation gain to Monterrey's iconic peak.
Warnings
Level
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Packing List
How to get there
Trailhead Access
Drive to the Cerro de las Mitras trailhead in northern Monterrey. Access via the Pedro Infante / Kilimanjaro entrances depending on the chosen variant.
Parking Information
Street parking near the trailhead. Don't obstruct local traffic.
Fees & Park Hours
No access fees.
Trail Overview
The trail starts from Pedro Infante, climbs through several minor summits and then takes the ridge to Pico Cuauhtémoc, the highest point of the Mitras range. Follow Wikiloc closely.
Recommended Gear
Helmet, hiking poles, headlamp, power bank, sunscreen, first-aid kit, emergency blanket. Avoid strong-smelling food that may attract wildlife. Consider carrying a bag to pack out all your trash, peels and wrappers, as well as any litter you find along the way.
What to Expect on the Trail
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Elevation Gain
1280 m
Total Distance (Out & back)
9.67 km
Total Time
4 h 4 m
Max Elevation
2066 m a.s.l.
Level 7. The route to the highest summit of Cerro de las Mitras (Pico Cuauhtémoc) covers ~9.67 km with 1,280 m of elevation gain. Long and demanding.
