Pucajirca

Pucajirca features three distinct peaks rising above 6000 meters, with the northern summit reaching an elevation of 6046 meters in the Ancash region.

The first recorded ascent of Pucajirca Norte occurred on July 14, 1955, when American mountaineers Nick Clinch and Andrew Kauffman reached the summit.

The name Pucajirca originates from Quechua language elements, with 'puka' meaning red and 'hirka' translating to mountain in the indigenous dialect.

Climbers accessing Pucajirca must navigate through the Ancash Region and obtain permits from Huascarán National Park before attempting any ascent.

The mountain's three summits, Norte at 6046m, Central at 6014m, and Oeste at 6039m, create a complex climbing experience in the northern Cordillera Blanca.

GPS coordinates: -8.84960,-77.59524

Latest update: March 11, 2025 14:57