Chone Canton

Chone Canton is an administrative area in coastal Manabí Province comprising several parishes with low-lying terrain across the region. The landscape is shaped by the Río Chone and features a mix of farmland and settlements throughout.

The area was founded in 1735 when Friar José Antonio Cedeño established Villa de San Cayetano de Chone, which grew into an important hub for farming and trade. These early origins continue to shape the area's role and structure today.

The region is shaped by its Montubio communities, who maintain traditional coastal ways of life and customs visible in daily activities throughout the area. These groups form a significant part of the local identity and landscape.

The area lies west of Quito and is accessible by regular bus services connecting to major cities in the region. Roads can become challenging during the rainy season, so checking weather conditions before traveling is advisable.

Residents have built traditional houses on bamboo stilts to cope with seasonal flooding from the Río Chone while continuing farming year-round. This building method is a practical adaptation to the region's flood-prone conditions.

Location: Manabí Province

Capital city: Chone

Elevation above the sea: 14 m

Website: https://chone.gob.ec

GPS coordinates: -0.68333,-80.10000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21