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José Rivas Refuge – Cotopaxi Summit loop from Parque Nacional Cotopaxi
04:48
6.76km
1,210m
Mountaineering
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: July 17, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through a protected area
Please check local regulations for:
Parque Nacional Cotopaxi
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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750 m
José Rivas Refuge
Highlight • Mountain Hut
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Tip by
3.18 km
Cotopaxi Summit
Highlight • Summit
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Tip by
6.76 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.78 km
1.97 km
Surfaces
4.78 km
1.97 km
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Saturday 25 July
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90 %
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