Closest volcano to Quito

Pichincha volcano is the closest one to Quito. The nearest accessible point to the Rucu Pichincha is the top of the Teleférico de Quito, from there you can walk. The city of Quito is surrounded by several volcanoes. South-west of Quito, there is the Antisana Volcano, while to the north-west is the Cayambe volcano. If you are willing to travel a little more, going north there is the Imbabura volcano, Mojanda Lakes and Cuicocha caldera.

Going South, there are the Quilotoa caldera and the Cotopaxi volcano, both of them are great tourist destinations. Chimborazo volcano, Ecuador's highest volcano, is located near the city of Riobamba, in the province of Chimborazo.

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Cayambe volcano

Location: Pichincha province

Cayambe volcano is a snow-capped volcano with an altitude of 18,996 ft. (5,790 m.) above sea level. Located 37 mi. (60 km.) Northeast of Quito. Cayambe volcano is part of the Cayambe Coca National Park and the third-highest mountain in Ecuador. Also, it is the only summit that lies above the equatorial line. Cayambe is ...

Chimborazo volcano

Location: Chimborazo province

Chimborazo volcano is the highest peak of Ecuador. It is 20,564 feet (6,268 meters) height. The mountain is capped with eternal snow. Chimborazo volcano is the farthest point from the center of the earth.

Pichincha volcano

Location: Pichincha province

The Pichincha volcano is an active stratovolcano located next to the city of Quito, capital of Ecuador. The three highest peaks of the Pichincha volcano, known as "Los Pichinchas" are Guagua, Rucu, and Padre Encantado. From its peaks, you have a spectacular view of the city in addition to the peaks of Cayambe, Antisana, Tungurahua, ...

Cotopaxi volcano

Location: Cotopaxi province

Cotopaxi volcano is the best-known active volcano of Ecuador. Also, one of the most famous in South America. Located in the Cotopaxi province, about 31 mi. (50 km.) South of Quito and 22 mi. (35 km.) Northeast of Latacunga. Cotopaxi is the second-highest volcano in Ecuador, with a height of 19,347 ft. (5,897 m.) above ...