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Basalt
The most popular crag close to Baños. A spectacular setting in the Canyon de Santa Baños, climbing right next to the Rio Pastaza raging through the canyon walls.
Description
Afternoon sun
Always shady
West
Climbing is on volcanic basalt, quite heavily polished by the Rio Pastaza rushing over the rock for centuries. It's made even more slippery by a thin layer of dust that often covers some of the rock. Expect lots of weird angles, slippery feet and feeling around to find the best holds. Stays in the shade almost all day and also stays dry when raining due to the upper part of the wall being inclined.
Access issues
Paid
The crag is located within the Parque Aventura San Martin. Entry costs $2 per person (Dec 2022). Gear can be rented there as well (around $30 for the day).
Approach
Gentle
<5 min
About 30 minutes walk from the centre of Baños or 5 minute drive. Head west of town to the Eco Zoologico San Martin, before reaching the Zoo you cross a small bridge over the narrow canyon walls. Continue past the entrance to the Zoo until you reach the Parque Aventura San Martin on your left (it's well signed). Head to the little office and pay your entrance fee. The staff there will point you in the right direction, following the obvious driveway to the bottom of the canyon and the climbing wall.
Where to stay
There are loads of hotels and hostels in the town of Baños. There is a hostel called San Martin just before the bridge over the canyon to the Zoo.
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Leave no trace, take out what you take in.
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