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Colombia
Quindío
Salento

Cocora Valley – Quebrada Cárdenas loop from Cocora

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Colombia
Quindío
Salento

Cocora Valley – Quebrada Cárdenas loop from Cocora

Hard

6

runners

Cocora Valley – Quebrada Cárdenas loop from Cocora

04:56

24.4km

1,720m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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422 m

Cocora Valley

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The Cocora Valley, located in the heart of Quindío, is one of Colombia's most iconic landscapes. Surrounded by mountains and shrouded in the characteristic mist of the Andean forest, this …

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2.64 km

Misty Forest Waterfall

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The Cloud Forest Waterfall is a hidden gem nestled among mountains covered in lush vegetation, at an altitude of 2,490 meters.

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2.86 km

Many small bridges cross the river! Each of them offers unique views of the smaching green!

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3.32 km

Puentes y sendas del valle del Cocora

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The Cocora Valley trail, along the Quindío River, is a hiker's paradise. The path is barely maintained, and the bridges are rudimentary; however, this adds a rustic touch to the …

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6.94 km

Point of view

Viewpoint

6

21.3 km

Log Bridge Over Stream

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To cross the river, there's no bridge as such; you have to use these logs with a rope attached to the side. Be careful and keep your footing steady.

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21.4 km

It's a beautiful wooden bridge that crosses the river and, with each step, it can sway a little, adding a touch of adventure to the crossing.

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22.9 km

Quebrada Cárdenas

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Beautiful river in the lush green valley... here you can often see locals bathing and spending the day

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23.3 km

Bosque de Palmas Trail

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The Cocora Valley Palm Forest Trail takes you through the famous wax palms, with sections of rainforest and rustic bridges that make the route very enjoyable. It's an ideal hike …

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24.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.7 km

7.00 km

946 m

688 m

Surfaces

13.3 km

9.89 km

783 m

327 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (3,870 m)

Lowest point (2,390 m)

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