How to Travel the Unpaved Road to Abra de la Cruz

Abra de la Cruz is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,757m (12,326ft) above sea level, located in Tilcara Department, in Argentina.

Abra de la Cruz

Where is Abra de la Cruz?

The pass is located in Jujuy Province, in the northern part of the country. On clear days, you have a beautiful panoramic view of the ravine, with the town of Huacalera at its feet.

Is the road through Abra de la Cruz unpaved?

The road through the pass is totally unpaved but in fairly good condition, easily accessible by most vehicles. It’s a well-maintained cornice road (gravel) and features narrow parts, steep sections, and countless hairpin turns, especially when running through Abra de Cortaderas.

How long is the road through Abra de la Cruz?

The road to the pass is 17.86km (11.1 miles) long, starting from Huacalera. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 1,121m and the average gradient is 6.27%.
Pic: Julio Antonio Gaspar

 

 

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