Mirador del Cerro Los Tres Picos

From the Mirador del Cerro Los Tres Picos you command the Los Hidalgos valley with wide-open views of the Cordillera Septentrional and the Atlantic coast. The climb is by 4x4 or moto along a rural track winding through cacao and coffee farms. Crystal-clear sunrises over the sea and golden sunsets behind the peaks. Bare-bones infrastructure: bring water, snacks, and sunscreen. Perfect for landscape photography, birdwatching, and total unplugging. Access from the community via a marked route; ask the local guys about road conditions depending on the season.

From this hill you can see the valley where Los Hidalgos begins, an area of conucos (small family farms) and cattle ranching since colonial times. The name refers to the three peaks crowning the ridge, a must-know landmark for navigating the sierra. Today it's a mandatory stop to watch the sunset over the hatos (ranch lands) and the river.