Hiking in Cuyo

Mendoza and San Juan, at the foot of the Andes: Aconcagua, the highest mountain in the Americas, with the Vallecitos range as its technical and acclimatization warm-up. Dry high-altitude terrain, with its own permit and logistics requirements.

Parks in this region

Vallecitos — Cordón del Plata

Trails

Aconcagua — Ruta Normal — Mendoza, 110 km
Cascada del Ángel — Quebrada del 55 — Mendoza, 4 km
Cerro Arenales y Cerro Andresito — Mendoza, 5.7 km
Cerro Plata — Mendoza, 30.9 km
Cerro Lomas Amarillas (5159 m) — Mendoza, 7 km

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go trekking in Cuyo?

December to February (Aconcagua climbing season).

How many trails does Sliabh have in Cuyo?

Sliabh currently maps 5 routes in Cuyo, across Mendoza, with 3D maps and downloadable GPX tracks for each.

Are there easy trails in Cuyo for beginners?

Yes, 1 of the 5 routes Sliabh maps in Cuyo are rated easy.