Cerro El Picacho
Mountain in San Salvador · 1,958 m
The hike up Cerro El Picacho
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 Cerro El Picacho?
Cerro El Picacho is 1,958 m above sea level and lies in San Salvador, El Salvador. Its prominence is 1,332 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Cerro El Picacho?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 5.3 km one way with 1,047 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 32 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Cerro El Picacho?
The nearest parking is the parking area southeast of the peak — 5.3 km on foot · ↑ 1,047 m · about 4 h 32 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southwest of the peak (about 5.8 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 Cerro El Picacho in Conquer?
Yes — Cerro El Picacho is one of 670 peaks in El Salvador 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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