
Barranco Argumedo
Barranco Argumedo is a dry canyon with 13 rappels, the longest being 28m, requiring two 30m ropes and a shorty wetsuit. The approach from the upper parking takes 25 minutes, following a track, then a dry stone wall, and finally a path through a beech forest to the canyon start. The descent features numerous rappels, starting with short drops like an 8m rappel and a 5m rappel. Subsequent rappels include an 8m ramp, a 13m rappel into an intermediate pool, an 11m rappel to a ledge, and the first longer 20m rappel. Anchors are excellent, primarily using chemical bolts. This canyon typically has low water flow. It offers several escape routes and can be combined with other nearby canyons. The descent takes 2 hours, with a 30-minute return walk. It is rated v3-a1-II, making it a good option for those seeking a vertical challenge with minimal water.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a1-II
- Course length
- 575 m
- Vertical drop
- 195 m
- Where
- Valcaba, Cantabria
- Country
- Spain
- Coordinates
- 43.1757, -3.5665
- Approach
- 25 min
- In the canyon
- 120 min
- Walk out
- 30 min
- Total
- 175 min
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Frequently asked
How hard is Barranco Argumedo?
Barranco Argumedo is graded v3-a1-II. The v is the vertical difficulty, the a is how demanding the water is, and the roman numeral is how committing the canyon is once you start.
Where is Barranco Argumedo?
Barranco Argumedo is in Valcaba, Cantabria, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Barranco Argumedo take?
About 175 min in total, counting the approach, the canyon itself and the walk back out. Water levels and the size of your group move that either way.
Can I log that I descended Barranco Argumedo?
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