Pico de Orizaba overlooks the valley and city of Orizaba, from which it gets its Spanish name – literally "Orizaba's peak ". During the colonial era, the volcano was also known as Cerro de San Andrés due …

Jun 8, 2025 · This post describes everything you need to know about climbing Pico de Orizaba, including difficulty, entrance fees, a detailed route description, essential gear & more!

Pico de Orizaba is the highest mountain in Mexico and the third highest in North America after Denali and Mount Logan. Orizaba makes for an excellent first experience at high altitude.

Feb 19, 2025 · Climbing Pico de Orizaba, Mexico’s tallest peak at 18,491 feet, is an exciting journey for brave adventurers. This mountain, the third-highest in North America, is a challenge that tests your …

Volcano Pico de Orizaba, volcano on the border of Veracruz and Puebla states, south-central Mexico. Its name is derived from the Nahuatl for “Star Mountain.”

Apr 27, 2025 · Towering at 18,490 feet is one of the most majestic mountains you need to see in your lifetime, Pico de Orizaba (or Citlaltépetl in the local Nahuatl language) stands tall as Mexico's highest …

Oct 10, 2024 · Climbing Mexico's highest mountain is no mean feat, but the Pico de Orizaba loop makes sure hikers enjoy every second of the experience.

Pico de Orizaba National Park (in Spanish: Parque Nacional Pico de Orizaba) is located in central Mexico, straddling the states of Puebla and Veracruz. The park was established in 1936 and covers …

Jan 23, 2025 · Pico de Orizaba volcano (Volcán Citlaltépetl) is a large active stratovolcano, Mexico's highest mountain and the highest volcano of North America. It is located at the southern end of …

Located southeast of Mexico City, the massive volcanoes of Popocatepetl, Iztaccihuatl and El Pico de Orizaba dominate the surrounding skyline. Orizaba is the third highest peak in North America, …