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Cerro Chato

Posted on February 2, 2024February 9, 2024 by Ultimate Guide

About: There is a 5 kilometer circular trail where you can see plenty of wildlife. The trail to Cerro Chato is closed, but you can pay a private guide to take you at your own risk. The trail is not very well marked and is strenuous, long, and difficult at times. However, the view of the lagoon at the top is worth it!

Province: Alajuela

Starting from: La Fortuna

Time to reach from starting location: 32 minutes

Time needed for activity: 4 hours

Kid friendly: No

Wheelchair accessible: No

What to wear and bring: Comfortable clothes, walking or hiking shoes, sandals or water shoes, swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, sunglasses, poncho or rain jacket, field guides, camera, binoculars, backpack, water, snacks, pack lunch

Tips: You can swim in the lagoon at the top. It’s very cold but refreshing! Make sure to have plenty of water and food if you want to go all the way to the top of Cerro Chato.

Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kVZQAB15WyYhgP3Z7

Website: None

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