Picachos el Fraile
Mountain in Nuevo León · 2,314 m
The hike up Picachos el Fraile
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 Picachos el Fraile?
Picachos el Fraile is 2,314 m above sea level and lies in Nuevo León, Mexico. Its prominence is 1,519 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Picachos el Fraile?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 12.2 km one way with 1,617 m of ascent. Expect around 10 h 2 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Picachos el Fraile?
The nearest parking is the parking area south of the peak — 12.2 km on foot · ↑ 1,617 m · about 10 h 2 min round trip. Alternative: Estacion 1 Tren Suburbano (south of the peak) (about 12.5 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 Picachos el Fraile in Conquer?
Yes — Picachos el Fraile is one of 36,193 peaks in Mexico 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.
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