Nonequito Canyon
verified
ACA 3C III
Moderate flood risk
Pejibaye, Cartago
Approachy short-rappel canyon south of Turrialba near Pejibaye, slick rock and sparse bolts more than vertical drop define the route.
Sparse bolting means come prepared to build natural anchors. Approach (1.5 to 2.5 hr) is longer than the descent reward for many parties; ratings reflect a route that splits opinion.
Logistics
| Permit | No permit required. |
|---|---|
| Distance | 1.3 |
| Elevation | ~900 ft gain on approach |
| Time | 5-7 hr (1.5-2.5 hr approach, 3-4 hr descent) |
| Technical | Ropewiki rates 3C III (v3a4 III). 4 to 7 rappels possible, longest about 56 ft. Described as incredibly slick rock. Bolted anchors are sparse, multiple escape routes are available. Swift water hazard. |
| Flood risk | Moderate. Atlantic-slope drainage. Slick rock magnifies the consequence of any rising flow. |
| Vehicle access | Passenger car |
| Crowd | Low (3.6 on 9 ratings) |
| Coordinates | 9.8055, -83.6721 |
Sources
- ropewiki: https://ropewiki.com/Nonequito_Canyon