Los Pinares Waterfall (2324m) Las Juntas - Ambato Department - Catamarca

Hiking to the Los Pinares Waterfall (approximately 2,324 meters above sea level) in Las Juntas (Ambato Department, Catamarca) is an adventurous mountain trek that takes you deep into the beautiful landscapes of the Catamarca yungas (cloud forests).

Trail Details

• Distance: Around 3.5 km each way (approximately 7 km round trip).
• Duration: Between 2 to 3.5 hours depending on your pace.
• Difficulty: Moderate to challenging due to steep sections and river crossings.
• Scenery: Native mountain pine forests, lush vegetation, and rocky stream beds.

Practical Tips

• Local access: Parts of the trail may cross private property; always check with the local tourism office in Las Juntas before heading out.
• Footwear: Wear sturdy trekking shoes that you do not mind getting wet, as you will need to wade through the river.
• Essentials: Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, a hat, and trekking poles for stability.
• You can check detailed altimetry maps and community trail logs directly on Wikiloc.

##OBJECTIVE: Exploration Trek to the GREAT WATERFALL of Los Pinares
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##OBJECTIVE OVERVIEW:
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##TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY: MODERATE/MEDIUM (River Crossings, Slopes, Forest Navigation, Summit Navigation, River Hiking)
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##STARTING POINT: RP4 Km, turn left onto the local road at the entrance to Las Juntas
DEVELOPMENT:

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-Zig-Zag cultivated hill
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-River crossing
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-Stream trail
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-Corral gate
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-River crossing
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-Erosion ridges
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-Pine forest
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-Hillside
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-Hillside slope

-Carcas Sector
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-Hill summits
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-Pine forest
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-Trail along the hill summit
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-Hill summits
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-Pine forest
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-Trail descends to the bottom of the ravine
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-River
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-Hike along the river
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-Small ravine to the Right = Great Waterfall

-Return.

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