Exploratory Trek to Puesto DEL RIO(2160msnm) Rio El Tala - Catamarca

#OBJECTIVE: Exploratory Trek to 'PUESTO DEL RIO' (River Post), located deep within the Quebrada del Tala (Tala Ravine), more precisely on the bank of the tributary of the river that flows from the Portezuelo Los Angeles-

El Tala area.

The hike to Puesto del Río along the El Tala River in Catamarca is a challenging mountain trek that ascends to an elevation of 2,160 meters above sea level.

Key Details

• Distance: Around 13 kilometers.
• Maximum elevation: 2,160 meters above sea level.
• Difficulty: Moderate to difficult due to steep slopes and water crossings.
• Starting point: Kilometer 22 of Provincial Route 4, at the end of the local dirt road.

Trail Information

• The trail features flat areas, forested sections, and steep uphill climbs.
• You must cross the river several times. The water can reach up to mid-thigh.
• The water from the El Tala River is safe to drink during the trek.
• You can view a detailed map of the route on Wikiloc.

Recommendations

• Wear appropriate footwear for trekking and getting wet.
• Use sunscreen and wear comfortable clothing.
• Start early to maximize daylight hours.

##OBJECTIVE DESCRIPTION:

##TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY: MODERATE (River crossings up to mid-thigh, slopes, Guadal Trail)

##WATER AVAILABLE ON THE ROUTE: YES, the water from the El Tala River is safe to drink.

##STARTING POINT: Provincial Route No. 4, Km 22. Enter via the local road until it ends; the trail begins there.

##TYPE OF ROUTE: ONE WAY ONLY

##TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY: MODERATE (River crossings up to mid-thigh, slopes, Guadal Trail) ##DEVELOPMENT:
-Plain path
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-Path
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-Forest path
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-Path
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-River crossing
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-Short left slope

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-River crossing
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-Right plain path

-Gate and river descent
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-River crossing
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-Path to the left (plain)
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-Path
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-Pilasosa ruins
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-River descent
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-River crossing
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-Right hill cut

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-River crossing
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-Path to the left (plain)
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-Modern stone house
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-Path to the plain
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-River crossing
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-Path along the right slope
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-River crossing at the waterfall
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-Ascent to the plain
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-Path to the left (plain)
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-Stone house

-River crossing
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-Path along the right slope
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-Tala Waterfall
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-Stone house
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-River crossing
... -River crossing
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-Los Mimbres entrance
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-Slope path
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-Zigzag ascent
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-High slope
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-High slope

-Transverse ridge
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-Descent to Arry El Durazno
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-Waterfall stream
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-Path to the left, uphill slope
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-Slope of the ridge to the south
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-Slope of the ridge
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-Descent to El Tala River
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-River crossing, path to the west

-Virgin Grotto
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-Hill ascent
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-Slope of the ridge to the west
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-Saddle or mountain pass
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-Descent from the saddle to the south
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-Slope of the ridge
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-Mountain pass
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-View of the Puesto area (Trees)
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-Path descends gently, skirting the left side of the river
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-Path over the stone wall
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-Crossing River
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- South entrance to the outpost
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- Plain
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- Outpost

- Lunch (Barbecue)

- Return

- End