Cerro Viejo (mountain)


Cerro Viejo from Zapopan Jalisco.

Cerro Viejo is a mountain located in the municipality of Tlajomulco de Zúñiga, in Jalisco, Mexico. It reaches 2970 masl, which places it in the third most important elevation in the state of Jalisco. Currently the mountain is located in the state area of ​​hydrological protection of Cerro Viejo. In 2013, the Jalisco state government declared this mountain as a protected natural area. It has approximately 23,000 hectares. El Cerro Viejo has a wide variety of flora and fauna. Currently 889 types of flora species are recognized, distributed in different types of vegetation such as tropical deciduous forest, oak forest and mesophilic mountain forest. Animals in danger

Tapir centroamericano

Tapir centroamericano

Guacamaya roja

Jaguar

Mexican gray wolf

Access

The access routes are several. The main access is located on the federal highway Guadalajara-Morelia, at kilometer 34, where the diversion to the town of Tlajomulco de Zúñiga is located. From there begins a path of terraces that will lead to the well-known Bola del Cerro Viejo, which is the highest point. Activities

It is possible to camp on the whole mountain. Other people prefer mountain biking or hiking. If you want to climb the mountain, it is advisable to take snacks with you to the mountain. As well as appropriate footwear and clothing.

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