Laguna La Toreadora, Azuay Province, Ecuador

5.0 (25 reviews) Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #23 in Cuenca Bodies of Water

Crystal Clear Lake

This is a beautiful lake high in the Andes in the Cajas National Park. We saw an Andean Duck, Coots, Andean Teal and several other birds there.

, Cuenca, Ecuador.

Thursday, May 09, 2024, 23:14

5.0 based on (25 reviews)

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5Robert O 5:00 PM Feb 20, 2020
Lagoon of the bullfighter
With some phantasy you could imagine this lagoon to be a bullring as it has a similar shape, but there the comparison stops. The lagoon near Las Cajas park entrance is a heaven for peace and quiet seekers. The trail circumventing it is about 3.5 km (just over two miles). Altitude is around 3900m (just under 13,000 feet). Ideal for a pleasant walk, though come prepared as weather conditions could change abruptly at these altitudes. Rain, snow, fog, wind, slippery terrain are part of adventure in the highlands. Better on weekdays, as during the weekend many locals from Cuenca and Guayaquil may visit. No admission fee. The lagoon is part of Las Cajas National Park.
5Cheryl G 5:00 PM Sep 27, 2021
Magnificent!
Cajas is spectacular, period. I happened to hike here on a beautiful sunny day and spent an inordinate amount of time before my hike walking around this lake to take photos from every angle. It is truly magnificent.