The Top 7 Peaks in the Cordillera de Talamanca
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Cordillera de Talamanca is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 7
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Cordillera de Talamanca for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Cordillera de Talamanca for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 27, 2025
Cerro Chirripó Summit
Highlight • Summit
Having come up from the park office in a seven hour slog for 14km and 2000m, we had a 2.30am wake up call at the refuge and hiked for 2hrs …
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Volcán Barú Summit
Highlight • Summit
Volcán Barú is an active stratovolcano and the tallest mountain in Panama, at 3,474 metres (11,398 ft) high. It lies about 35 kilometer (22 miles) off the border of Costa …
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Cerro Piedra de Lino
Highlight • Summit
You can park at the main road, walk up the tarmac road until you switch to a trail. It is a steep and slippery climb till the top with nice …
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The Cross of Escazú
Highlight (Segment) • Summit
Behind the cross on top of the mountain in the left corner go further a little down. Very nice view! Also hike down to river and way back to street possible.
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View of Boquete and Volcán Barú
Highlight • Viewpoint
Fantastic view of Boquete and volcano
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Cerro Terbi (3,760 m)
Highlight • Summit
Cerro Terbi is the 5th highest peak in Costa Rica. The Crestones aren't really a separate peak(s) from Cerro Terbi; they are more of an out-cropping on a ridge of Cerro Terbi.
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Cerro La Asunción Trailhead
Highlight • Trail
A parking space is also a real highlight for some people. Stop, turn off the engine and park. If you like that, as long as you don't start the engine again
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