The wild road to the summit of Abra Quenco
Peru, south-america
N/A
5,020 m
extreme
Year-round
Alright, adventure seekers, buckle up for Abra Quenco in the Arequipa Region of Peru! This ain't your average Sunday drive – we're talking about a gravel road that claws its way up to a staggering 5,020m (16,469ft), making it one of Peru's highest roads.
Located within the Cotahuasi Subbasin Landscape Reserve, this pass isn't just high, it's a wild ride! Expect sandy patches, tight hairpin turns that'll test your nerves, and some seriously steep inclines that'll leave you breathless (literally, thanks to the altitude!). Watch out for those sneaky loose-gravel sections!
Word to the wise: rain turns this road into a beast. Even a little drizzle can make things tricky, and heavy downpours can render the unpaved sections impassable. The oxygen is thin, the climb is relentless, and the views? Absolutely epic! Just beyond the pass, the road briefly touches 5,101m (16,735ft). Keep an eye out for the occasional mine vehicle. The road leading up to this epic point is known as Carretera C-105.
Heads up for unpredictable snowstorms and blizzards. Driving in those conditions is for experienced adventurers only!
Where is it?
The wild road to the summit of Abra Quenco is located in Peru (south-america). Coordinates: -14.7901, -72.8350
Road Details
- Country
- Peru
- Continent
- south-america
- Max Elevation
- 5,020 m
- Difficulty
- extreme
- Coordinates
- -14.7901, -72.8350
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