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Volcan Baru

Volcán Barú

Information

Elevation: 3.475 m
Country: Panama (PA)
Location / Range: Talamanca Mountains, Chiriquí Province, Panama
Mountain type: Stratovolcano (inactive)
Volcanic?: Yes — volcano
Coordinates: 8.8080, -82.5430
Difficulty: Moderate–Strenuous (non-technical; long distance, low temperatures, night start)
Best Season: December–April (Panama's dry season; best visibility for seeing both oceans)
Permits & Rules: Entry permit for Volcán Barú National Park (MiAmbiente) is mandatory; it can be purchased at the Boquete or Volcán-side ranger post
Hazards: Temperatures near 0 °C at the summit, strong winds, thick fog, nighttime climbing (a reliable headlamp is needed), slippery trails when raining

Description

Volcán Barú is a stratovolcano in Chiriquí and Panama’s highest point; Wikidata records an elevation of 3,475 m. Wikipedia places the last eruption around 1550 CE. The Boquete approach follows a long rocky road, while the western trail through Paso Ancho crosses forest and steeper terrain. Clear weather can reveal both coasts from the summit, although clouds may obscure the view. Trip reports emphasize cold and fatigue; choose the route and departure time after confirming park access.

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Routes

Jalur Boquete (Sisi Timur)

Berat / Strenuous

27.00 km +1636 m Sekitar 12 jam PP dalam laporan penulis / About 12 hours round trip in the author’s account

From the park entrance above Boquete, follow the rocky road also used by 4×4 vehicles. Chris reports 13.5 km uphill in six hours, with the descent bringing the total close to twelve hours. This is a trip account, not the park’s current access schedule.

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Jalur Paso Ancho (Sisi Barat)

Sulit / Difficult

16.50 km +1578 m 9–11 jam minimum PP menurut sumber / 9–11 hours minimum round trip according to the source

Caminando Panamá describes the western trail from the Volcán side through forest toward the summit. Early junctions can be difficult to identify; the source recommends an experienced guide. Distance and time follow that site’s account and are not guaranteed for every hiker.

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Lintasan Volcán → puncak → Boquete

Sulit / Difficult

2 hari dalam laporan penulis / 2 days in the author’s account

Andrés’s itinerary climbs from the Volcán side, stays overnight near the antennas and descends through Boquete. He reports eleven hours uphill and four to six hours downhill. Arrange transport on both sides and confirm overnight permission before following this traverse.

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Climbing Experiences

Barú trip accounts cover sunrise outings and the western Paso Ancho approach. Boquete follows a long rocky road, while the western trail is steeper. Reported times describe each author’s own trip rather than guaranteed hiking times; confirm access before following an older itinerary.

References

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