Hikers intent of getting into the high country can’t do better than explore the trails in the Pueblos Mancomunados. These villages clustered in the Sierra Norte mountains not far from Oaxaca offer miles of scenic trails through the deep woods. This particular outing is of modest dimension, running just 5.3 miles (8.5 kms) through undulating terrain with very little elevation change. As is the case with all hikes in this area, an admission fee must be paid and local guides hired to see visitors safely through the forest.
Time frame: 8:00 depart Oaxaca / 10:30 arrive Cuajimoloyas / 10:45 start hike / 2:15 arrive Llano Grande / 2:30 lunch at one of four local comedores / 3:15 depart Llano Grande / 5:00 return to Oaxaca
