Cerro Caraigres, Mountain summit in San José Province, Costa Rica.
Cerro Caraigres rises to an elevation of 2,506 meters above sea level, featuring steep slopes and dense vegetation throughout its mountainous terrain.
The mountain received its alternative name 'Dragon' from early Spanish explorers who noted its distinctive ridge line resembling a sleeping dragon's silhouette.
Local communities maintain traditional practices of coffee cultivation on the lower slopes of Cerro Caraigres, adapting to the mountain's specific climate conditions.
Hikers can access the summit via Sendero Dragón trail, requiring approximately six hours of climbing with proper mountaineering equipment and weather monitoring.
The summit ranks as the most prominent peak in Zona Protectora Caraigres, with a prominence of 653 meters above surrounding terrain.
GPS coordinates: 9.72199,-84.13900
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:05
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