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Cerro El Pital

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San Ignacio: Chalatenango Norte

Seeking El Salvador's highest peak? Then make your way up El Pital mountain, an idyllic site dominated by cool-climate vegetation ideal for ecotourism enthusiasts.

Activities here include camping, wildlife observation, and hiking on a varied trail network. The camping area nestles between two mountain peaks, creating a breezy valley with a pleasant mountain mist.

The 5-kilometer journey to the camping area becomes an adventure through the natural forest environment. Along the way, you'll enjoy views of vegetable farms, pine forests, and beautiful flower-filled landscapes. Crystal-clear mountain streams provide another beautiful highlight on the way up El Pital.

If you prefer not to hike in, locals also offer transportation services.

Hotel La Posada del Jefe

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

6448-3157 2325-8551

Cabañas y Restaurante Lecho de Flores

Cantón Río Chiquito, Distrito de San Ignacio, Municipio de Chalatenango Norte, Departamento de Chalatenango.

7214-6740

Restaurante El Tucán

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

6003-5186 2325-8583

Restaurante El Zope

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

2399-1644

Coffee Blue

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

7860-6570 2301-2216

Panda China Food

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

6314-0748 2309-1268

Adrianna’s Café o Rancho Madera Muñeco

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

6997-6178 2335-2423

La Parrilla Road Food

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

6976-7350

Artesanos Pizzería

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

6040-2801 2312-8925

Restaurante El Paraíso 2

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

7744-2047 2399-4774

La Cocina de Doña Luisa 2

Chalatenango, Chalatenango

7856-7260 2301-2072

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