Pelado Hill

Pelado Hill, from Spanish Cerro Pelado, also known as Pelado Peak, is an extinct volcano in Costa Rica, located southeast from Cañas (canton).

Toponymy

Pelado translates to bare or naked, in this case, lack of forest canopy.

Physical aspects

Extinct for millions of years and highly eroded, the skeletal structure of the volcano caldera can still be appreciated. There is secondary activity nearby with hot springs and minerals.

Social and economic activity

The hill is located in a private area made of eight properties and around, tourism in the area boomed from 2007 onwards, as trails were built towards the peak of the hill and some rudimentary visitor facilities were built. Social networks such as Instagram and their influencers promoted the area due to the photogenic nature of the place.