A memorable road trip to Abra del Lizoite

Abra del Lizoite is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.536m (14,882ft) above sea level, located in Argentina. It's one of the highest roads in the country.

Abra del Lizoite

Where is Abra del Lizoite?

The pass is located west of Abra Campana, on the boundary between Jujuy and Salta provinces, in the northern part of the country, near the border with Bolivia.

Is Abra del Lizoite unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved and extremely challenging, with countless curves and hairpin turns. Not recommended if you’re prone to car sickness. A high-clearance vehicle is required. It’s called Ruta Provincial 5 (RP5) in Jujuy Province and Ruta Provincial 7 (RP7) in Salta Province.

How long is Abra del Lizoite?

The road is 78km (48 miles) long, running west–east from Cajas (in Jujuy Province) to Santa Victoria Oeste, a high mountain town at an elevation of 2.400m above sea level at the northwest corner of the province of Salta.

 

 

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