Cerros de Anocarire
Chile, south-america
N/A
4,845 m
moderate
Year-round
Alright thrill-seekers, listen up! If you're craving an off-road adventure in Chile's Arica and Parinacota Region, Cerros de Anocarire is calling your name! This isn't your Sunday drive – we're talking about a climb to a staggering 4,845m (15,895ft) inside the stunning Las Vicuñas National Reserve.
The road? Let's just say it's... rustic. Think rocky, gravelly, and littered with large, sharp rocks that'll test your driving skills and your tires! Seriously, this is a route for experienced off-roaders only. We're talking high clearance, skid plates, and differential lockers – leave the stock vehicles at home.
Oh, and did I mention the elevation? The air is thin, the winds are fierce, and the weather can change on a dime. Pack for the cold, even in summer, because snow is a real possibility. Winter? Prepare for brutally cold conditions.
This is a mine road, so keep that in mind. But the views? Absolutely breathtaking. Just make sure you're in top shape before you tackle this beast – it's not recommended for anyone with respiratory or heart issues. If you're prepared, this is a drive you won't soon forget! It's an epic Andean route to Abra Mina Maricunga!
Where is it?
Cerros de Anocarire is located in Chile (south-america). Coordinates: -37.8054, -70.9210
Road Details
- Country
- Chile
- Continent
- south-america
- Max Elevation
- 4,845 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Coordinates
- -37.8054, -70.9210
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