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Pico de Orizaba Summit loop from Refugio Piedra Grande

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Pico de Orizaba Summit loop from Refugio Piedra Grande

Hard

5.0

(3)

86

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Pico de Orizaba Summit loop from Refugio Piedra Grande

06:28

7.35km

1,280m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Alpine Hut

1

2.14 km

The Labyrinth (El Laberinto), Pico de Orizaba

Highlight • Climb

The 'Labyrinth' section: This is between 4,800m and 5000m and can be technically more demanding under bad snow conditions. If snow is scarce you will need to use your axe …

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2.86 km

Jamapa

Glacier

3

3.43 km

Pico de Orizaba Summit

Highlight • Summit

I climbed this with a Mexican guiding company owned by a friend of mine. This is a great peak and after getting up to the Piedra Grande hut we did …

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4

6.84 km

Piedra Grande Hut, Pico de Orizaba

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Piedra Grande Hut is a large building that could sleep about 40-60 people. There is no charge to sleep there. Leaving your gear during your climb is a bit …

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B

7.35 km

End point

Alpine Hut

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.35 km

Surfaces

7.35 km

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