Included: An experienced, local rock-climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area A full day of rock climbing All technical climbing gear Not included: Transportation Accommodation Meals and snacks Park entrance fee (25 pesos) Travel and medical insurance Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement techniques rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. To ensure you have a fun day, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level. For intermediate to advanced climbers, Las Penas de Dexcani has loads of routes to spend the day on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals, and you will choose routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.12. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best-hidden gems the area has to offer.

What if I’ve never climbed before?

Las Penas de Dexcani has several options for beginner climbers. Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun! Still, if you’ve never climbed before in general, we recommend taking an introduction to climbing course or spending a day with a guide learning the basics prior to booking this adventure. If you want to climb easier routes, El Potrero Chico offers some great climbs for beginners!

What about required equipment?

All technical climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need: Helmet Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag Ropes Rock shoes (included in the price, but we recommend bringing your own if you have them) Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.) Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag) Sun hat Water bottle Food you can eat on-the-go Long-sleeved sun shirt Light puffy jacket for high-altitude approaches Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Comfortable approach shoes Sunglasses Camera — optional Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Make sure you have any personal climbing gear you would normally bring for a day at the crag.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For this adventure, the max guest-to-guide ratio is 4:1. Costs per person decrease as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to climb with friends and family. Climbing days in Las Penas de Dexcani can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Las Peñas de Dexcaní a.k.a. Jilotepec, most people fly into Ciudad de México International Airport (AICM) or Querétaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO). Both Ciudad de México and Santiago de Querétaro are two hours away by car or bus. The crags are located roughly 10km southeast of the city of Jilotepec. Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet. The exact climbing spot will be discussed after the booking as guides make that decision after considering the skill level of the group and factors such as crag traffic and weather.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection . To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner ! Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

JILOTEPEC | MÉXICO

Rock Climbing at Las Peñas de Dexcaní

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Las Peñas de Dexcaní aka Jilotepec Rock Climbing

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Season

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Just a short drive from Mexico City lies the breathtaking climbing destination of Las Peñas de Dexcani. Nestled at an impressive elevation of 10,000 feet (3,050 m), this unique area features stunning routes surrounded by a lush oak tree forest. Las Peñas is a rare welded conglomerate tuff, formed by volcanic activity that created these striking cobbled cliffs. Climbers of all skill levels will find exhilarating routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.14, providing challenges for both moderate enthusiasts and seasoned climbers alike. Experience not only incredible climbing but also a serene natural backdrop. Find out more about climbing in Las Penas de Dexcani from Simeon Heimowitz, a PCGI certified climbing guide, route developer, and author of 3 guide books covering several locations south of the Border!

Adventure highlights

Wide range of routes

There are multitudes of 5.6-5.10 routes to satisfy the moderate enthusiast as well as many exceptional 5.11’s and 5.12’
Unique climbing spot

Climb world class sport routes on welded tuff conglomerate cobbles (only a few locations on Earth)
Cool surroundings

Come experience the amazing climbing and see for yourself why the Petzl Rock Trip was filmed here in 2010

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If you are looking for a climbing experience altogether different from anything on the Northern Continent, spend a day with professional local guides. Las Penas de Dexcani offers a five-star climbing experience like no other and is just a short distance from Mexico City. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly outing on the rocks or taking on Jilotepec’s hardcore overhangs, you’re bound to have a good time. Join professional guides for a day of climbing and see why this is a top choice for sport climbers all over the world! There will be one guide for a maximum of four people—with more people joining, the price goes down! If one day isn't enough, feel free to choose more days of climbing upon checkout.

Rock Climbing at Las Peñas de Dexcaní

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Simeon Heimowitz

Simeon is a PCGI Certified Climbing Guide with over 15 years of experience in guiding in Northern & Central Mexico. He is the owner of SouthernXposure, a climbing school & guide service in Central Mexico. Simeon wrote three guidebooks on Mexico rock climbing, covering the Bernal, Aculco, and El Potrero Chico areas, where he has spent over 18 years climbing the crags!

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SouthernXposure

SouthernXposure Climbing School and Guide Service is at the forefront of rock climbing in Mexico. They are a union of the best rock climbing guides from all over North America. They develop the areas, routes, and the infrastructure on terrain that is destined to become the focal point for the best climbing — not only in Mexico, but also all of the northern continent from Canada to Central America. SouthernXposure is a professional guide service that embraces the cultural heritage of the surrounding area by enlightening visitors to what makes the towns we visit so special. If you've never traveled to the breadbasket of Mexico you are in for a real treat!

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Alfonso L.

|January 2023

Awesome experience in a beautiful mountain!

Drew W.

On my first trip to Mexico for rock climbing, Simeon was gracious in showing us several local climbing destinations within an hour or so from Queretaro. Without his help, we would have been lost. Simeon is passionate about the sport of rock climbing as well as introducing Mexican culture to individuals visiting from the States. His knowledge of both is invaluable.
I would highly recommend Southern Xposure as a guide service.

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Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, local rock-climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - A full day of rock climbing
  - All technical climbing gear
Not included:
- - Transportation
  - Accommodation
  - Meals and snacks
  - Park entrance fee (25 pesos)
  - Travel and medical insurance
  - Guide gratuities — optional
If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement techniques rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. To ensure you have a fun day, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level.

For intermediate to advanced climbers, Las Penas de Dexcani has loads of routes to spend the day on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals, and you will choose routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.12. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best-hidden gems the area has to offer.
Las Penas de Dexcani has several options for beginner climbers. Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun!

Still, if you’ve never climbed before in general, we recommend taking an introduction to climbing course or spending a day with a guide learning the basics prior to booking this adventure.

If you want to climb easier routes, El Potrero Chico offers some great climbs for beginners!
All technical climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need:
- - Helmet
  - Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag
  - Ropes
  - Rock shoes (included in the price, but we recommend bringing your own if you have them)
  - Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.)
Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag)
  - Sun hat
  - Water bottle
  - Food you can eat on-the-go
  - Long-sleeved sun shirt
  - Light puffy jacket for high-altitude approaches
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Comfortable approach shoes
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season.

Make sure you have any personal climbing gear you would normally bring for a day at the crag.
Group sizes and prices:
- - For this adventure, the max guest-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
  - Costs per person decrease as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to climb with friends and family.
Climbing days in Las Penas de Dexcani can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Las Peñas de Dexcaní a.k.a. Jilotepec, most people fly into Ciudad de México International Airport (AICM) or Querétaro Intercontinental Airport (QRO). Both Ciudad de México and Santiago de Querétaro are two hours away by car or bus.

The crags are located roughly 10km southeast of the city of Jilotepec.

Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet. The exact climbing spot will be discussed after the booking as guides make that decision after considering the skill level of the group and factors such as crag traffic and weather.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Day Trips Cancellations
Fully refundable within the initial 48 hours from booking, unless the trip date is less than 7 days from the time of the booking.
Cancellations up to 7 days prior to the trip date are refundable 100%.
Cancellations within 7 days prior to the trip date are non-refundable.