Mirador Tres Cruces

Worth a stop at the sumit

Stopping at the summit seems natural. Here is the spot at about 4100 meters before the 3800 meter decent into Guayaquil. Very different biodiversity then the coast. The trails are in good shape, wit...

Pleasant viewpoint

This mirador is on the highest part of the road through Las Cajas national park, at just over 4000m. There is a small car park, which isn't always up to the demand, especially at weekends. There is a ...

An incredible climb - the the view is worth it!

Tres Cruces is located in El Cajas National Park - right off the main road between Guayaquil and Cuenca. If you are driving from Cuenca, look for the "Tres Cruces" sign which directs you to a parking...

The watersheds of the Andes

Original Text

Apron the viewpoint Tres Cruses is the watershed of the Andes! From the viewpoint you have a great view of the surrounding mountains. A hiking path is also marked. Needless to say a...

Great colours and landscape

Original Text

From here you will go if you go to Cuenca from Guayaquil or vice versa, stop it worth it, the landscape is stupendous. Vegetation is unique. It's cold and height can cause problems. We're pi...