About
Length5.5 mi
ShapePoint-to-Point
DifficultyStrenuous
Elevation gain1,400 ft up
Typical time3 hr 30 min
TrailheadVatia village to Mount Alava
SurfaceSteep muddy trail with 56 ladders and 783 steps
Best seasonYear round, but June to September is drier. Expect heat, humidity and afternoon rain in any month.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityDue to being steep, slippery, and rocky this trail not considered accessible.
What you'll see ⛰️ Summit🌄 Big views🌲 Old growth

Difficult = 7mi/11.27km total; 1,607ft/490m elevation gain; 4-5 hours. Trail can be steep, slippery, and rocky in places. Stunning panoramic views from the summit. Lush rainforest environment, great for bird and fruit bat watching.

Tips
Genuinely demanding and not for anyone unsure on ladders. Most people go up the Adventure Trail and down the main ridge to Fagasa Pass, which needs transport arranged at both ends.
Location

Vatia village to Mount Alava

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Trail data: USGS National Map / PAD-US, the National Park Service, state agencies, and © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Access and conditions change — check with the managing agency before you go.