Caraz

Nevado Caraz rises to 6025 meters in elevation within the Cordillera Blanca range, forming part of the Peruvian Andes mountain system.

The first successful ascent of Nevado Caraz occurred on June 14, 1955, when mountaineers Hermann Huber, Alfred Koch, and Helmut Schmidt reached the summit.

The mountain stands within Huascarán National Park, where local communities maintain traditional practices while supporting mountaineering expeditions throughout the year.

Climbers access Nevado Caraz through the nearby cities of Santa Cruz and Caraz, which serve as base points for organizing expeditions and securing equipment.

The mountain features a prominence of 2772 meters with a key col at 3253 meters, creating specific climbing conditions across its southeast glacier and eastern slopes.

Location: Ancash Department

Elevation above the sea: 6,025 m

GPS coordinates: -8.96826,-77.67163

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:35