Tahual

The Tahual volcano reaches an elevation of 1,716 meters and features a lengthy erosion crater that extends northeast toward the base of the mountain.

The volcano formed during the Holocene geological period and stands as a central landmark in the Sierra Madre mountain range of Central America.

Local farmers utilize the waters from Laguna del Hoyo, a crater lake at the volcano's northern edge, for agricultural irrigation in the Monjas Valley.

The ascent to Tahual requires a 2.5-hour climb, starting from El Progreso municipality, which connects to Jutiapa through a main road network.

A 250-meter tunnel channels water from a nearby river into the crater lake during winter months to support vegetable cultivation in surrounding fields.

Location: Jalapa Department

Elevation above the sea: 1,716 m

GPS coordinates: 14.43000,-89.90000

Latest update: March 5, 2025 03:00