Antacocha Lagoon: Adventure Sports and Tourism 2026
Antacocha is located 8 km northwest of the district of Recuay, on the Cordillera Negra at an altitude of 3780 meters above sea level. In this place, you can find the Antacocha lagoon, which provides a perfect setting for adventure tourism and sports events such as rock climbing competitions, mountain biking, trekking,...
Key facts about Antacocha Lagoon
| Ubicación | Recuay, Ancash |
|---|---|
| Altitud | 3780.00 m.s.n.m. |
| Clima | Frío de altura |
| Mejor época | Abril a Octubre (temporada seca) |
| Región natural | Sierra |
Antacocha is located 8 km northwest of the district of Recuay, on the Cordillera Negra at an altitude of 3780 meters above sea level. In this place, you can find the Antacocha lagoon, which provides a perfect setting for adventure tourism and sports events such as rock climbing competitions, mountain biking, trekking, and more. It features a rock wall just 200 meters away with multiple climbing routes, and you can pay 80 soles for a taxi to take you from the city of Huaraz to the foot of the lagoon.
Location and how to get to Antacocha Lagoon
Antacocha Lagoon is located in Recuay, Ancash.
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Recuay, Ancash
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