11.9km
Total Distance
397m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

The rim trail circles Laguna Cuicocha, a volcanic caldera with two islets at the foot of Cotacachi. The path climbs and descends along the crater rim, offering viewpoints over the blue water and the reserve's hills. It is a very popular high-altitude route in the north of the country.

Route Map

Difficulty

3/5 · Moderate