Los Gigantes — Pared Sur
Córdoba's most important climbing area. Granite walls up to 300 m tall with routes of every grade. Reaching the base camp takes about 2 hours on foot.
- Difficulty: Hard
- Distance: 12 km
- Duration: 5–7 hours
- Elevation gain: 700 m
- Max altitude: 2374 m
- Best season: Apr – Oct
- Trailhead: La Cumbre / Estancia Los Gigantes (Córdoba)
- Park / area: Reserva Natural Los Gigantes, Córdoba
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Los Gigantes — Pared Sur trek take?
Los Gigantes — Pared Sur takes 5–7 hours to complete, covering 12 km with 700 m of elevation gain, rated hard.
Is Los Gigantes — Pared Sur suitable for beginners?
Not for beginners: Los Gigantes — Pared Sur is rated hard and requires prior mountain experience and solid fitness.
Do I need a permit to hike Los Gigantes — Pared Sur?
No, Los Gigantes — Pared Sur doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Los Gigantes — Pared Sur?
The recommended season is Apr – Oct. Sliabh’s map shows current daylight hours and a live weather/solar panel for the exact trailhead.
Where does the Los Gigantes — Pared Sur trailhead start?
The trailhead is at La Cumbre / Estancia Los Gigantes (Córdoba), in Reserva Natural Los Gigantes, Córdoba province. Sliabh’s 3D map and downloadable GPX track show the exact starting point.
Can I download an offline map or GPX track for Los Gigantes — Pared Sur?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Los Gigantes — Pared Sur, so it works with no signal on the trail.
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