Life is quiet and unhurried in the rural reaches of the western Etla Valley. The rolling hill country there is attractive to both hikers and mountain bikers. The route of today’s hike grew out of Albi’s exploration of the area aboard his mountain bike. We feel sure you will enjoy it every bit as much walking as Albi and friends have on two wheels. The hike itself is quite easy, as the route follows well-groomed dirt roads all the way into Cuilapam and runs downhill all the way. As a special treat, participants will visit the ruins of the Dominican monastery in Cuilapam, then adjourn to the Hacienda Cuilapam restaurant for a really splendid buffet lunch.
Time frame: 8:00 depart Oaxaca / 9:00 arrive at trailhead / 9:15 start hike / 12:15 arrive at monastery in Cuilapam / 1:00 lunch at Hacienda Cuilapam / 2:15 leave Cuilapam / 3:30 return to Oaxaca
