Parque Nacional Natural Sumapaz Camping Nazareth
This designated camping area sits within Sumapaz National Park’s pristine páramo landscape, Colombia’s largest protected high-mountain ecosystem. Basic facilities include pit toilets and fire rings, with space for about 8 vehicles. The thin air and cold nights demand proper cold-weather gear — temperatures can drop below freezing year-round. Frailejones and other endemic plants create an otherworldly landscape that feels more like the moon than tropical Colombia.
Access requires 4WD and high-clearance vehicle via rough mountain roads from Usme or Fusagasugá. Road conditions deteriorate rapidly during rainy season (April-November). No services for 60+ kilometers — bring all water, food, and fuel. Park permits required in advance through PNN system.
World's largest páramo camping at 3,200m elevation
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | Zipaquirá, Cundinamarca 250252, Colombia Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Usme, Cundinamarca |
| Minimum vehicle | 4WD |
| Access road surface | Rough dirt |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 8 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $15,000.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes |
| Stay limit (nights) | 3 nights |
| Best season | December-March |
| Land manager | PNN |
| Permit required | Yes — Permit info |
| Amenities | Fire ring, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |