Volcán Irazú
Mountain in Cartago · 3,436 m
The hike up Volcán Irazú
The route starts at Irazu Volcano Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Volcán Irazú?
Volcán Irazú is 3,436 m above sea level and lies in Cartago, Costa Rica. Its prominence is 1,894 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Volcán Irazú?
From Irazu Volcano Parking it is about 1.0 km one way with 90 m of ascent. Expect around 33 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Volcán Irazú?
The nearest parking is the parking area east of the peak — about 0.1 km to the summit. Alternative: Irazu Volcano Parking (east of the peak) (1.0 km on foot · ↑ 90 m · about 33 min round trip). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Volcán Irazú in Conquer?
Yes — Volcán Irazú is one of 945 peaks in Costa Rica 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 Volcán Irazú in the app
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