Uturuncu
Mountain in Potosí · 6,008 m
The hike up Uturuncu
The route starts at Upper Turning Area — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Weather forecast
Next 10 daysPhotos
Parking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
More peaks nearby
Frequently asked questions
How high is Uturuncu?
Uturuncu is 6,008 m above sea level and lies in Potosí, Bolivia. Its prominence is 1,386 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Uturuncu?
From Upper Turning Area it is about 0.8 km one way with 258 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 8 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Uturuncu?
The nearest parking is Upper Turning Area (east of the peak) — 0.8 km on foot · ↑ 258 m · about 1 h 8 min round trip. Alternative: Lower Turining Point (northwest of the peak) (about 1.2 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 Uturuncu in Conquer?
Yes — Uturuncu is one of 2,510 peaks in Bolivia 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 Uturuncu in the app
Check in on the summit, verified by GPS. Collect peaks across Bolivia, build streaks and level up together with your friends.
Download on theApp StoreFree to download