Volcán De Cerro Quemado is a region in Guatemala characterized by a unique volcanic landscape, featuring an active lava dome complex and distinctive geological formations. This area, also known as Volcán Almolonga, presents a rugged terrain of lava domes, spires, and rock walls, shaped by ancient eruptions. The landscape includes active fumaroles and offers panoramic views of surrounding valleys and volcanoes, making it suitable for several sports like mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and road cycling.
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Average rating
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4.8
(18)
86
hikers
8.77km
03:03
470m
470m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46
hikers
8.55km
02:36
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
10.6km
03:11
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
hikers
4.20km
01:25
220m
220m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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28
riders
32.0km
02:48
790m
790m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
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14.5km
01:18
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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11
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
56.8km
03:22
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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25
riders
70.9km
03:45
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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15
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51.5km
02:51
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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11
riders
116km
06:52
2,540m
2,540m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3
riders
31.5km
01:48
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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17
riders
14.4km
01:15
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.3km
01:36
220m
220m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
32.8km
02:18
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
29.4km
02:34
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Volcán De Cerro Quemado offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Road cycling. The region's volcanic landscape provides diverse terrain for these sports. There are 1 routes recorded on komoot for the area.
Volcán De Cerro Quemado is an active lava dome complex featuring distinctive geological formations like lava domes, spires, and rock walls. Active fumaroles emit steam and volcanic gases. The area also includes numerous hot springs at its base.
Yes, Volcán De Cerro Quemado is a popular hiking destination. Trails are often steep and rocky, requiring physical fitness. Information on hiking routes can be found in guides such as Hiking in Volcán De Cerro Quemado.
The broader region around Volcán De Cerro Quemado offers mountain biking opportunities, including singletracks. The volcanic terrain provides technical descents. Explore routes and information in the MTB Trails in Volcán De Cerro Quemado guide.
Volcán De Cerro Quemado and its surrounding areas support Touring cycling and Road cycling. The diverse landscape includes high-altitude rides. Guides like Cycling in Volcán De Cerro Quemado and Road Cycling Routes in Volcán De Cerro Quemado provide more details.
Hiking trails in Volcán De Cerro Quemado are described as steep, rocky, and challenging, requiring some physical fitness. The volcanic terrain for mountain biking also features technical sections. It is considered manageable for most people with appropriate preparation.
From the summit of Volcán De Cerro Quemado, panoramic views are available. These include the Almolonga, Quetzaltenango, and Llanos del Pinal valleys, as well as neighboring volcanoes like Santa María and Santiaguito. Viewpoints are a highlight category in the region.
Volcán De Cerro Quemado has received an average rating of 4.85 out of 5 stars from more than 600 visitors on komoot. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users who have explored the region's routes.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including MTB Trails in Volcán De Cerro Quemado, Cycling in Volcán De Cerro Quemado, and Hiking in Volcán De Cerro Quemado. Additional guides cover road cycling and traffic-free bike rides.
For inquiries or booking local guides, a contact phone number is available. Individuals can call 57700068 to arrange guided experiences in the Volcán De Cerro Quemado region. Guided hikes are recommended for those unfamiliar with the terrain.
Volcán De Cerro Quemado is considered a sacred site and an open-air altar by indigenous Mayan communities. Ceremonies and rituals are historically and currently performed there. This cultural aspect adds a significant dimension to the outdoor experience.

