Pasochoa Wildlife Refuge
Description
An "oasis" of Andean forest occupying the caldera of the extinct Pasochoa volcano, in the middle of the inter-Andean alley and surrounded by villages, crops and grasslands. The rugged relief and difficult access made the Pasochoa Wildlife Refuge an unsuitable place for human activities and the perfect refuge for many animals and birds. Its trees loaded with abundant moss, with a large number of epiphytes, orchids, ferns and bromeliads, accommodate 127 species of birds and a diversity of mammals such as cervicabras, rabbits, skunks, and paramo wolves. Over there it is a delight to walk among the shady trails where butterflies also abound.
Data Table
| NP. | |
|---|---|
| Protected from: | 1982 |
| Area: | 520ha |
| Elevation: | 2800 to 4100m |
| Facilities: | Camping, restrooms, showers |
| Activities: | Hiking, photography |
Photos
Visitor Center
Camping Area
Trail to the Pasochoa summit
Photo Gallery
Flora
Fuchsia scabriuscula
Flora Gallery
Climbing and Hiking
Starting at the Visitor Center Trailhead:
- Sendero del Colibrí. Easy, 30min
- Amiga La Naturaleza. Easy, 30min
- Bosque para Todos. Easy, 1h
- Mayguayacu. Easy, 2h
- Palma de Cera. Easy, 2-4h
- Los Pantzas - Pasochoa Summit 1 (5-8 hours)
- Pasochoa Volcano
- How to get
- Distances
How to get
22 kilometers in a straight line southeast of Quito; 9 km from the Panamericana Hw at the Amaguaña town.
- Normal Approach "Amaguaña": When getting to Amaguaña, take the road to the southeast where it indicates the sign of the "Refugio de Vida Silvestre Pasochoa". This road is cobbled and apt for most vehicles.
