Juan Bautista Alberdi - Escaba Dam Trail

Description:

This short but demanding route offers beautiful landscapes and places to rest and supply during the first 16 km. The final stretch, from km 14, is a rural road, ideal for MTB. There are campsites and shelters along the circuit, but no hydration points, and the way is narrow.

Characteristics:

• Elevation: 439 m
• Minimum altitude: 374 m
• Maximum altitude: 704 m
• Approximate duration of the route: 2 hours
• Distance one way: 25.7 km
• Starting point: Juan Bautista Alberdi Square
• End point: Escaba Dam
• Starting point coordinates: C97M+P2 Juan Bautista Alberdi, Tucumán
• End point coordinates: 86VP+HWX La Calera, Tucumán

General recommendations:

Avoid doing the route on rainy days, as there may be a risk of rock falls.

Bring enough water and use a mountain bike suitable for the slope.

Use insect repellent.

Nearby services:

• Picnic areas: Yes
• Camping areas: Yes
• Shelters: Yes
• Supply points: Yes
• Drinking fountains: No

State of conservation:

• Access routes: Regular (rural road, only for mountain bike)
• Road signage: Regular
• Tourist signage: Scarce

Aspects related to safety and emergencies:

• CAPS (Primary Health Care Center) La Calera: 97JP+R87 La Calera, Tucumán
• CAPS (Primary Health Care Center) Escaba: 86JP+QHH Escaba de Abajo, Tucumán
• Escaba Police Station: 86JP+V95 Escaba de Abajo, Tucumán

Suitable time of year to visit:

It is available all year round, although it is recommended to avoid rainy days.

Suggestions:

• The route can be difficult due to the narrowness of the road and its state. It is recommended to do it cautiously and be well prepared, especially during rainy seasons.

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