Volcán San Pedro

The San Pedro volcano rises 3,020 meters above sea level, forming a prominent peak along the southwestern edge of Lake Atitlán's caldera.

The volcano emerged through geological processes within the Central American Volcanic Arc, created by the subduction of the Cocos Plate beneath the Caribbean Plate.

Indigenous K'iche' Maya communities maintain traditional practices near the volcano base, considering the mountain a sacred element of their natural environment.

The ascent from San Pedro La Laguna takes four hours on marked trails, with local guides available to lead hikers through the different altitude zones.

The summit presents views of three distinct ecological zones: the lake waters, surrounding volcanic peaks, and the Pacific coastal plain extending southward.

Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volc%C3%A1n_San_Pedro

GPS coordinates: 14.65852,-91.26557

Latest update: March 3, 2025 19:16