NicaraguaJinotegaCerro El Cacao

Cerro El Cacao

Mountain in Jinotega · 1,295 m

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1,295 m
Elevation
409 m
Prominence
12.5 km
Hike length one way
13.3850, -86.1844
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Cerro El Cacao

12.5 km
one way
850 m
of ascent
7 h 29 min
round trip

The route starts at Rasteplass — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

856 m12.5 km · 1,297 m

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Parking and starting point

1Rasteplass
parking · south of the peak
12.5 km on foot · ↑ 850 m · about 7 h 29 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Cerro El Cacao?

Cerro El Cacao is 1,295 m above sea level and lies in Jinotega, Nicaragua. Its prominence is 409 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Cerro El Cacao?

From Rasteplass it is about 12.5 km one way with 850 m of ascent. Expect around 7 h 29 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Cerro El Cacao?

The nearest parking is Rasteplass (south of the peak) — 12.5 km on foot · ↑ 850 m · about 7 h 29 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Cerro El Cacao in Conquer?

Yes — Cerro El Cacao is one of 3,900 peaks in Nicaragua 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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