Cerro Pelado — Local services in Líbano

Ideal to watch sunrise or sunset, very rustic accommodations at entrance. Should arrive by 4 am to see the sun rise (around 5:20ish am), or 3 pm for sunset. 1 main trail with very simple signs, after climbing around 1.4 kms (0.86 miles) you will fin 3 trailheads, the one to your left will take you to the highest hill on a steep and narrow trail, 500 m or 0.3 miles long. Trailhead to the right is the shortest one, with less than 20 m or 60 feet to the top. The one in the center will stretch over 1 km or 0.6 miles to the "main" viewing point. Take notice: trails are made of loose gravel and small stones, and can have very steep climbs. Walking sticks are recommended, and you usually can borrow one at the entrance (plain sticks of wood). Windy throughout the year, but depending on the season, the wind can pick up quite a lot, with continuous strong gusts in or around hilltops; there is no natural forest canopy as vegetation cannot grow past waist height, so wear sunscreen, long-sleeved shirts or/and hats as the Guanacaste sun can be harsh. You will have to walk in the dark whether you go up for the sunrise, or go down after sunset, so bring a light source, as none are provided, nor are any sold in or around the property. If you can, and are willing to try a fresh cup of coffee, do shop at the small kiosk located in the parking lot, the elderly couple who run it will greatly...

An incredible hike through Costa Rican mountains in Cãnas, Guanacaste province, to get to our destination of Cerro Pelado. This sits sits in a private area composed of 8 properties, totalling nearly 500 acres. It's a spot described as " one that every Tico should visit at least once in their life ". Tico is an idiomatic term used for a a native Costa Rican.

Our goal was to reach the peak in order to take in the sunset. We weren't disappointed.

With constant high winds, hiking this trail during a hot day, the wind became our saviour. It was a steady uphill climb with many vistas to take in along the way.

Go prepared with proper hiking shoes and plenty of water and you'll be sure to enjoy this hike. BTW, once you reach the top, you can see...

This a very lovely place with fantastic views and gusts of winds that feel like you are sky diving while walking. Go extra early of you want to see the sun rise hut go a bit later if you want to see the sunset (IMO sun set is much more beautiful). There are some bathrooms at the start and outside showers, they are no stores at the entrance so make sure you take plenty of food, water and sunscreen. You must pay for parking and you can leave a donation if you like but please don't leave trash. The trail is not that hard but must be careful with loose dirt and rocks, the hardest part of the trail is the beginning since it is quite steep. It is quite worth the trip, I highly...