Pico Sur

Trail Details

Cerro de la Silla, Monumento Natural Cerro de la Silla, Monterrey

1484 m

4.91 km

3 h 27 m

1741 msnm

Direct route to Pico Sur — the technical summit of Cerro de la Silla. 4.91 km with 1,484 m of elevation gain in a short distance.

3 L of water
2 bottles of electrolytes
Trail snacks and a summit meal
Long-sleeve breathable shirt, flexible pants, hat, sunglasses, hiking shoes with good grip

How to get there

Trailhead Access

Drive to the southern side of Cerro de la Silla in Guadalupe, NL. Take the access from San Ángel to reach the direct trailhead.

Parking Information

Park near the trailhead on the road shoulder. Do not block local traffic.

Fees & Park Hours

No access fees.

Trail Overview

Direct ascent from San Ángel. The trail is generally clear but the upper sections require following the ridge — check Wikiloc at key intersections.

Recommended Gear

Hiking poles, headlamp, power bank, sunscreen, first-aid kit.

What to Expect on the Traili

Elevation Gain

1484 m

Total Distance (Out & back)

4.91 km

Total Time

3 h 27 m

Max Elevation

1741 msnm

Level 8. Steep direct ascent: ~4.91 km with about 1,484 m of total elevation gain. Very steep grades throughout.