About: This is a private farm with 5 kilometers of hiking trails with photo ops along the way. They also have picnic areas, but no food is sold onsite or nearby, so be sure to bring your own. Pets are allowed. It is a great place to spend time hiking and then enjoying the views…
Tag: Hikes
Eolicas
About: This is a beautiful windmill farm in the mountains of Santa Ana that is a popular place with locals to picnic with family and friends on a clear morning or afternoon. The main thing to note is that the road to reach is extremely steep and long, though it is paved. You must have…
El Iral Bosque Nuboso
About: Located in the mountains between San Jose and Cartago, this private reserve is in a cloud forest, which provides a unique climate and conditions. They offer extensive hiking trails for self-guided adventures, or guided tours that take you deeper into the forest including one that reaches a viewpoint overlooking a lagoon and another that…
El Arbol Hueco
About: This is a moderate-to-difficult 3-kilometer hike down to a hollow ficus tree that you can go inside of and climb up. You need to park near Jerico Park, since the road to the tree is not in good condition. The hike is out-and-back, so in total you will walk 6 kilometers. If you haven’t…
Cruz de Alajuelita
About: This is one of many hikes in the mountains to the Southwest of Downtown San Jose. Many of the trails connect, allowing different entry and exit points, though this can make it difficult to find your way. Make sure that you don’t hike alone if you are not good at hiking poorly marked trails…
Downtown Heredia Hikes
Options for hikes in Downtown Heredia:
Senderos Tururu
About: These are local trails that follow the river and lead to natural swimming pools. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 12 minutes Time needed for activity: 1+ hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible: No What to wear and bring: Comfortable clothes, walking or hiking shoes, sandals or water…
Sendero Poza Olimpia
About: These trails follow the river and can be used for hiking or cycling. There are natural pools you can swim in at the river. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 24 minutes Time needed for activity: 1+ hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible: No What to wear and…
Rio El Charquillo
About: There is a well-paved hiking trail along the river. It is great for enjoying nature and having a picnic by the water. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 22 minutes Time needed for activity: 1+ hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible: No What to wear and bring: Comfortable…
Nectar Pollen Reserve
About: This is a place for birdwatching and hiking through the forest. There are trails and bird feeders that attract a variety of birds including hummingbirds, toucans, wrens, and tanagers. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 58 minutes Time needed for activity: 2-3 hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible:…