Concepción, Active stratovolcano in Altagracia, Nicaragua
The Concepción volcano rises to 1,610 meters on Ometepe Island, forming the northern section of this landmass within Lake Nicaragua.
Since its first documented eruption in 1883, Concepción has demonstrated continuous volcanic activity with over 25 recorded eruptions through May 2024.
Local communities around Concepción maintain agricultural practices on the fertile volcanic soil while adapting their daily lives to the active geological environment.
Guided hiking expeditions to Concepción's summit require permits, proper equipment, and early morning departures to avoid afternoon heat and potential weather changes.
The volcano sits on a kilometer-deep foundation of Quaternary lacustrine mudstones, developing independently without influence from neighboring volcanic structures.
Location: Rivas Department
Elevation above the sea: 1,700 m
Address: Concepción, Nicaragua
GPS coordinates: 11.53901,-85.62258
Latest update: May 12, 2025 01:40
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