Cerro de la Calavera, La Paz, México
About Cerro de la Calavera, Baja California Sur
Cerro de la Calavera (Skull Hill) is situated in La Paz, Mexico, and is a unique and breathtakingly beautiful destination located in the state of Baja California Sur. Situated at the head of a small mountain range, it’s home to one of North America's most extensive limestone formations, called Sierra de las Cacachilas. It is known as “The Skull Hill” or “Calavera La Paz” due to the skull-like shape the mountain resembles from certain vantage points. From its peak, you can enjoy magnificent views over the Sea of Cortez and the vast desert littered with giant cardon cacti and other species of desert plants. The area is also home to several interesting cave formations that have archaeological sites, and ceremonial centers that were once used by the region’s ancient peoples.
The hike is part of a larger trail system and hikers can hike all day if they like. That being said most people come to the trail just to watch the sunset from the beautiful rock formations that were created by wind and erosion over time. There are several caves where visitors can sit and take the perfect Instagram shots. A visit to Cerro de la Calavera La Paz will not only leave you with memories but also a greater appreciation for Mexico's unique history and culture.
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How to Get to Cerro de la Calavera
The trailhead of Cerro de la Calavera is situated at the north end of the city and can be reached by walking, bus, taxi, or Uber. Once you reach the trailhead it won’t take long to get to the main rock formation where most people go. If you want to keep going after that you can do the 6.1-km round-trip route. The hike is a moderately difficult route and takes around 1h 54min to complete.
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