The Top 9 Peaks in Santiago Metropolitan
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Santiago Metropolitan is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 9
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 Santiago Metropolitan 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 Santiago Metropolitan for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Manquehuito Summit
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Cerro Manquehue Summit
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I recommend going up early because as it gets dark it gets very muddy and going down becomes a bit complicated
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Summit Viewpoint
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Beautiful summit with a great view in all directions. The route up is well signposted (even a solar phone charging station along the way if you're in need). I took …
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View of Santiago from Cerro El Carbón
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Very nice overview of the city. Partly quite steep climb.
From my point of view, the further way to Cerro Manquehue is not necessarily worthwhile. The last few meters there are very demanding and the view doesn't get much better.
From my point of view, the further way to Cerro Manquehue is not necessarily worthwhile. The last few meters there are very demanding and the view doesn't get much better.
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Cerro La Cruz Summit
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At 2552 m, Cerro La Cruz towers imposingly over the Chilean capital Santiago and offers a phenomenal view of Santiago and the Chilean Andes, including the glaciated Cerro el Plomo. …
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Cerro Manquehue Ecological Preservation Area
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Although the land surrounding the Manquehue hill is a private site, it is a Conservation site, therefore we all must take care of it.
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Monte Abanico
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Monte Abanico is a great mountain with a great view above Santiago. It is marked on the map at 2152 m, but it is probably a good bit higher. According …
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Cerro San Ramón Summit
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At 3253 m, Cerro San Ramón towers over the surrounding area and offers excellent views of Santiago and the Chilean Andes. From here you can see some peaks over 6000 …
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View From the Cliff Edge Over the Rugged Andes
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You won't see many condors here because there are simply too many tourists and trail runners using this hike as a training route. However, if you look further up into …
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