Forward Cairn
Mountain in Cayo · 780 m
The hike up Forward Cairn
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Forward Cairn?
Forward Cairn is 780 m above sea level and lies in Cayo. Its prominence is 35 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Forward Cairn?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 16.3 km one way with 500 m of ascent. Expect around 8 h 5 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Forward Cairn?
The nearest parking is the parking area north of the peak — 16.3 km on foot · ↑ 500 m · about 8 h 5 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area north of the peak (about 17.0 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Forward Cairn in Conquer?
Yes — Forward Cairn is one of 50 peaks in Belize in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Forward Cairn in the app
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