Quebrada La Vieja, Hiking trail in Eastern Hills, Bogotá, Colombia.
Quebrada La Vieja is a hiking trail in the Cerros Orientales, the forested hills that form the eastern edge of Bogotá, running alongside a small stream through trees and past several small waterfalls. The path climbs steadily from the city's edge up into the higher slopes, with sections that vary in steepness.
The Cerros Orientales were declared a protected area during the 20th century to safeguard Bogotá's water supply and prevent the forests from being cleared for construction. As the trail grew in popularity over the years, authorities introduced a reservation system to manage the number of daily visitors.
Quebrada La Vieja is a favorite spot for people from Bogotá who walk early in the morning before the day begins. Along the path, trees are marked with small signs that help walkers identify local plant species.
Access to the trail requires prior registration through the Bogotá Water Board website, so it is worth planning the visit a few days ahead. The entry points are located in the Rosales neighborhood, which is easy to reach from the city center by taxi or public transport.
Although the trail runs through dense forest, it starts just a short walk from one of the wealthiest residential areas of Bogotá, making the shift from city street to mountain forest feel almost immediate. The path follows the course of a real stream, the quebrada that gives the trail its name, which carries water throughout the year.
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