This is the highest point on the excellent route from Conococha to Oyon. Coming from Cajatambo, pedal by the large Mina Chanca at 4500m, before climbing past a lovely lake to the pass.
Name of Pass | Punta Chanca |
Where | Between Mina Chanca (5km) and Oyon (25km) |
GPS Co-ords | 10.554 S, 76.866 W |
Altitude | 4,847m |
Amount climbed | 500m (all on ripio) in 2 hours from Pacomayo |