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The Cerro de la Silla is a mountain and natural monument located within the metropolitan area of the city of Monterrey, Nuevo León, in northeastern Mexico. Named for its distinctive saddle-shaped profile when viewed from the west, it is a well-known symbol of the city of Monterrey, despite being located in the adjacent municipality of Guadalupe .
- Hiking
- 1.200 meters
- 1,820 m (5,970 ft)
- Overview
- Getting There
- When to Climb
- Camping
- Mountain Conditions
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This mountain is the symbol of the city of Monterrey, it lies on the eastern end of the city and it`s part of the La SIlla range that runs parallel to the Sierra Madre Oriental range. It has four peaks, they are (from north to south): Pico Antena, Pico Norte, Pico Sur and Pico la Virgen; this last one being the lowest one at 1750 m., and Pico Norte...
The trail to the Antena starts across the street from parque La Pastora (zoo) where the houses end, and it`s very wide. The head trail to Pico Norte starts at the end of the Contry La Silla neighborhood, and it goes along the creek at the bottom of the canyon between Pico Antena and Pico Norte, this trail divides in two, the elefantes trail to the ...
Year round, but specially from October trough April, the cooler months. Climbing in the wet season is discouraged, especially if climbing Pico Sur, which can be dangerous.
Camping is allowed, the best spots are on Pico Norte, half way up at La Carbonera; another spot is about 30 meters below the summit and on the summit itself (exposed).
The conditions on this mountain hardly ever change, snowy or icy weather are extremely rare, normally the weather is the same as in Mobterrey. You can check the weather conditions here: http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/local/MXNL0068
Cerro de la Silla is a mountain in Nuevo León, Mexico, with four peaks ranging from 1750 to 1820 meters. Learn about the routes, trails, conditions, camping and photos of this popular destination for sports enthusiasts.
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Feb 2022. Climbing the Cerro de la Silla in Monterrey Nuevo León is an incredible experience since you can see a beautiful view of the entire city. The climb to the hill to reach the top is quite tiring but without hesitation, it is worth it, because you can appreciate a part of nature and another part of the construction of the human being ...
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- Nuevo Leon
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El Cerro de la Silla es un icono geográfico de Monterrey y un símbolo de la capital de Nuevo León. Descubre qué es, cómo llegar, cuánto tiene, cuánto mide y qué hacer en este sector montañoso de la Sierra Madre Oriental. Conoce su historia, su flora y fauna, sus miradores y sus recomendaciones para disfrutarlo al aire libre.
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Feb 25, 2018 · A challenging 6.8-mile out-and-back trail to the antennas atop the famous Cerro de la Silla, offering panoramic views of the city and the peaks. The trail is well-maintained, but can be slippery and rocky, and requires good footwear and sticks.
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- Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
- What are some of the facilities available for Cerro de la Silla (Antenas)?To get to the beginning of the route you have to pass through a private road. The guards always give permission to walk by foot but not by car, so...
- What are some tips to share about Cerro de la Silla (Antenas)?From the top you will be able to enjoy the wonderful view of the entire city and the surrounding peaks, but be careful to choose a clear day for th...
- How to get to Cerro de la Silla (Antenas)?Access to the route is through Bosques del Valle street, where you can park, and then walk.
- What is the expected weather this week for Cerro de la Silla (Antenas)?Expected weather for Cerro de la Silla (Antenas) for the next 5 days is: Fri, January 5 - 72 degrees/sunny Sat, January 6 - 70 degrees/partly clo...
Description. This is a beautiful short tour that you can do in the vicinity of Cerro de la Silla. In fact, from the top in Puerto El Durazno, you can see the eastern face of Cerro de la Silla. On the way there, following Los Naranjos Stream, you will come across a series of waterfalls and small pools, including the impressive Cascada de Guadalupe.
Jun 18, 2023 · Cerro de la Silla is the highest point and the symbol of Monterrey, Mexico. Learn about its natural beauty, historical and cultural heritage, and how to visit this famous attraction.
