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Northwestern Costa Rica

Hiking sights in Northwestern Costa Rica

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    Cerro Chato

    The La Catarata de la Fortuna falls are the trailhead for this seriously strenuous five- to six-hour climb to the beautiful lake-filled volcanic crater that is Cerro Chato. Starting from here, you’ll have to pay a US$10 fee for crossing the finca (farm) leading to Cerro Chato; a slightly cheaper (though you’ll still pay a fee) and only slightly less physically taxing alternative would be to hike up the other side from Arenal Observatory Lodge.

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