Chicaque Nature Park, Nature park in San Antonio del Tequendama and Soacha, Colombia.

Chicaque Nature Park covers more than 300 hectares between Soacha and San Antonio del Tequendama, southwest of the Bogotá savanna. It holds seven forest types, including subtropical and lower montane forest with ferns, orchids, mosses, palms and oaks, crossed by the El Carmen, La Playa and San Juan streams. More than 18 km of trails link the Pico del Águila, a black carbon-rich rock outcrop, the Roquedal and a waterfall of about 70 m.

Chicaque takes its name from the Muisca language, as the area was long inhabited by the Muisca and the Panches peoples. The estate became a private nature reserve 33 years ago, according to the park's own account, and was later dedicated to conservation, environmental education and ecotourism.

The name Chicaque comes from the Muisca language, as the area was inhabited by the Muisca and the Panche peoples. The park is run for nature conservation, environmental education and ecotourism, and its bird and mammal diversity makes it popular with Bogotá residents. The Sendero Colonial follows a route dating to the indigenous era and is split into an upper and a lower section.

Visitors should wear sturdy hiking boots and warm layers, as the high altitude brings sudden temperature changes and frequent rain. It is wise to bring waterproof gear and check conditions before starting any walk through the trails.

The park's name comes from the Muisca language, as the area was long inhabited by the Muisca and the Panches before becoming a private nature reserve 33 years ago. Its Pico del Águila is named for the eagles and vultures that often circle the black carbon-rich rock, one of the highest in the park.