Cabeça de Dragão

Description

The Dragon's Head trail offers one of the most beautiful views of the mountains in the Serrana Region of Rio de Janeiro. Located in the Salinas Sector of the Três Picos State Park, the trail traverses sections of preserved Atlantic Forest and stone slabs along the mountain ridge, making a steady ascent to the summit of 2,080 m. From there, it is possible to enjoy a privileged view of several mountains, such as the Maior, Médio, and Menor Peaks, Capacete, Caixa de Fósforo, Pico Caledônia, Pico do Frade, and Faraó. On days with better visibility, it is also possible to see the mountains of Serra dos Órgãos, such as Dedo de Deus, and even the Corcovado in Rio de Janeiro.

Activities

Activity Hiking

Time 2h 0m

Guidelines

Extension: 4.17 Km

Difficulty Moderate

Orientation Easy

Signaling Level Complete

Conservation Excellent

Risk Exposure High

Sun Exposure High

Hydration Point Unavailable

Climbing No climbing required

Minimum Altitude: 1720m

Maximum Altitude: 2080m

Negative Unevenness: 1m

Positive Unevenness: 360m

Attractions that the trail offers

Avifauna

Mountain Range

Peak

Fauna

The trail is located in the following protected area

Parque Estadual dos Três Picos

Cachoeiras de Macacu, Rio de Janeiro

651 km²

Tips

To reach the trailhead, you need to walk 2.6 km on a dirt road that leads to the Vale dos Deuses campground. It is possible to park your car in a free parking area just before the end of Estrada dos Três Picos.

Map

Guidelines

Extension: 4.17 Km

Difficulty: Moderate

Orientation: Easy

Signaling Level: Complete

Minimum Altitude: 1720m

Maximum Altitude: 2080m

Negative Unevenness: 1m

Positive Unevenness: 360m