Venezuelan Coastal Range

The Venezuelan Coastal Range is a mountain system in Carabobo and other northern states of Venezuela, running along the Caribbean coast. The formation consists of two parallel ridges enclosing valleys and plateaus between coast and interior.

The chain formed a natural dividing line between coastal settlements and inland territories during colonial times. This barrier influenced the development of trade routes and the construction of connecting paths through the passes.

The name Cordillera de la Costa connects the chain linguistically to the nearby Caribbean Sea, while the slopes today show agricultural use. Visitors can still observe traditional terrace farming along the steep hillsides.

Hiking trails and viewpoints are distributed across the range, with access varying by region. Visitors should prepare for changing conditions, as elevation differences can shift weather quickly.

The chain creates different climate zones within short distances, allowing visitors to shift from dry vegetation to dense cloud forest within hours. This variety shows most clearly on the eastern slopes, where moisture rises from the sea.

Location: Carabobo

Elevation above the sea: 2,750 m

GPS coordinates: 10.55000,-66.75000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 23:17