El Misti
Mountain in Arequipa · 5,822 m
The hike up El Misti
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is El Misti?
El Misti is 5,822 m above sea level and lies in Arequipa, Peru. Its prominence is 1,782 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up El Misti?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 6.3 km one way with 2,338 m of ascent. Expect around 10 h 4 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for El Misti?
The nearest parking is the parking area south of the peak — 6.3 km on foot · ↑ 2,338 m · about 10 h 4 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log El Misti in Conquer?
Yes — El Misti is one of 10,650 peaks in Peru 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 El Misti in the app
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