OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

The Copper Canyon has many routes for hiking and horseback riding. The large canyons are also ideal for rappelling and climbing. If you?d like to do these activities, we recommend that you hire a professional guide.

Peña del Gigante ? Located in the northwestern part of the Parque Natural Barrancas del Cobre, in the Candameña Canyon, within the Parque Nacional Cascada de Basaseachi. This impressive steep has an 884-meter (2,917-foot) vertical cliff. The five routes have 5.12 and 5.13 grades of difficulty, making them ideal for rappelling and climbing.

Rancho San Lorenzo ? Located in the northwestern part of the Parque Natural Barrancas del Cobre, in the heart of the Sierra Tarahumara, within the Parque Nacional Cascada de Basaseachi. This is a great spot for rock climbing, as it has 54 routes with varying difficulty levels, ranging from 5.8 to 5.13. In addition, this place offers lodging, food service and guided tours.