HUARAZ

Located in northern Peru, Huaraz is a great base for trekking in the Cordillera Blanca, Cordillera Negra and Cordillera Huayhuash. Indeed, Huaraz is truly a hiking mecca. We spent a month in Huaraz, discovering all of the best nearby day hikes and multi-day hikes.

The 14 Best Day Hikes in Huaraz, Peru (Updated 2026)
Laguna Radian, Mullaca, Carhuac & Ahuac: Epic Four Lagunas Trek
Laguna Llaca: The Ultimate Guide To This Epic Hike In Huaraz
Laguna Wilcacocha in Huaraz: The Ultimate Hiking Guide
Santa Cruz Trek Peru: How to Hike Independently in 3 Days
Laguna 513: The Ultimate Guide To This Spectacular Hike
Huayhuash Trek: How To Hike Peru's World-Class Mountain Circuit
Laguna 69 Peru: Hiking To The Most Popular Lake In Huaraz
Laguna Churup Hike: Easy To Do Independently From Huaraz
Laguna Queshquecocha Hike: The Ultimate Guide
Laguna Yanacocha and Laguna Uruscocha: The Ultimate Guide
Laguna Rajucolta: The Ultimate Hiking Guide
Laguna Shallap: The Complete Guide To This Hidden Green Lake
Laguna Hualcacocha: The Ultimate Guide To This Hidden Gem
Pastoruri Glacier (Nevado Pastoruri): The Ultimate Guide
Laguna Paron In Huaraz, Peru: A Tour Is The Best Option