The best walks and hikes in San Carlos
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Panamá Oeste? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of hikes and walking routes in San Carlos to bring you the best hiking routes in the region. To see which of our walks in San Carlos is the right one for you, browse real tips and photos uploaded by other hikers—and see what they had to say about each walk.
Last updated: October 10, 2025
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1. Cerro La Cruz – Cerro Picacho Viewpoint loop from El Valle
7.19km
02:18
300m
300m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.9
(7)
47
hikers
2. Cerro Gaital Loop Trail – El Gaital Trail loop from El Valle
11.0km
03:41
420m
430m
Expert hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
(2)
10
hikers
3. Laguna de San Carlos – Big Boulder Viewpoint loop from Sorá
4.43km
01:37
270m
270m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
(1)
6
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4. El Pastoreo Trailhead – Chorro Macho Waterfall loop from El Valle
13.5km
03:35
140m
150m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
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7
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5. Big Boulder Viewpoint – View of La India Dormida loop from Sorá
2.09km
00:54
190m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
6. El Pastoreo Trailhead loop from El Valle
9.06km
02:21
50m
60m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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