Cerro Arco

Cerro Arco is a peak in the foothills of the Andes mountain range, located in the outskirts of the city of Mendoza, Argentina, in the municipality of El Challao, Las Heras Department. The peak has an elevation of 1668 meters; the trail to the summit climbs 543 meters.[1]

Cerro Arco
Highest point
Elevation1,668 m (5,472 ft)

The peak is named after Antonio Arcos, a Chilean military engineer and banker originally from Spain. Arcos was a sergeant-major in General José de San Martín's army and contributed to the geographical survey of the Andes prior to their crossing.

The area around the peak is used for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running, and the peak is known for the large amount of radio antennas on its summit.

  • Interpretive sign at the start of Cerro Arco trail
    Interpretive sign at the start of Cerro Arco trail
  • View from the summit of Cerro Arco
    View from the summit of Cerro Arco

References
  1. "Cerro Arco". AllTrails.com. Retrieved 2023-10-07.
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