Cerro de la Col - Sierra de Tesistán - Jalisco, Zapopan
Jalisco
- Elevation gain
- 1634 ft
- Distance
- 5.3 mi
- Time
- 2 h 44 m
- Altitude
- 7257 ft
At 2,200 m, Cerro de la Col is the high point of Sierra de Tesistán. Access runs through Los Sauces and you ask the landowners first — not a trail to walk unannounced.
📢 Alerts & Updates
This route can be done comfortably in any season of the year. Only avoid in seasons of extreme heat.
Warnings
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Packing List
How to get there
Trailhead Access
It can be said that there are two main options. Starting from downtown Guadalajara, you can take the Highway to Vallarta + Highway to Nextipac and reach the town of Santa Lucía (before reaching the capital of Tesistán). Another option is to take Juan Gil Preciado Avenue towards Tesistán and continue straight to Santa Lucía. Once in Santa Lucía, take the road to La Mesita. It is approximately 6 km of road to reach the ranch where the route begins. The Santa Lucía road at the start of the route is not in very good condition; driving at low speed is recommended.
Parking Information
There is no parking as such, but vehicles can be parked on the side of the road, without obstructing access or free movement.
Fees & Park Hours
August 2025: This route does not involve access costs.
Trail Overview
Excellent. Since the path is worked out, it is very easy to follow it. There are practically no route variants, but the road does border on other gaps. Just pay attention to Wikiloc.
Recommended Gear
- Hiking sticks - Hands free lamp (mining type) - External battery (PowerBank) - Whistle - First Aid Kit or First Aid Kit - Thermal blanket - Sunscreen - Insect repellent Avoid foods with strong odors that may attract local wildlife. Consider carrying a bag to carry all your waste, peels and wrappers, as well as trash you find along the way.
What to Expect on the Trail
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Elevation Gain
498 m
Total Distance (Out & back)
8.6 km
Total Time
2 h 44 m
Max Elevation
2212 m a.s.l.
Level 3 route. It is a route suitable for beginners where there is just over 400 m of positive elevation gain distributed over approximately 3 km of distance (climb only). The slope of the road is moderately steep, so some sections can be exhausting. However, it's a great option for beginners with good physical condition. It is a route comparable to Cerro de Bugambilias by the direct route.