
Barranco Gordo o Racuans
Barranco Gordo, also known as Racuans, offers a short approach of 10-45 minutes from Liri, depending on whether a 4x4 is used for the upper car park. The descent takes about 2 hours, with a quick 10-minute return. The canyon features 6 rappels, the longest being 30m. The first rappel is 10m into a shallow pool. The second, 12m, is in a narrow section with potential water movement and a log that can snag ropes; an alternative handrail setup is available to avoid this. The third rappel is 6m from a chemical anchor on the ground, leading to a bridge. Anchors are parabolts and chemical bolts, with escapes available throughout the canyon. A full wetsuit is recommended due to the a2 aquatic rating, indicating moderate water flow. The route can be combined with Barranco Chico.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a2-II
- Course length
- 800 m
- Vertical drop
- 145 m
- Where
- Liri, Huesca
- Country
- Spain
- Coordinates
- 42.5353, 0.5065
- Approach
- 10 min
- In the canyon
- 120 min
- Walk out
- 10 min
- Total
- 140 min
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Frequently asked
How hard is Barranco Gordo o Racuans?
Barranco Gordo o Racuans is graded v3-a2-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 Gordo o Racuans?
Barranco Gordo o Racuans is in Liri, Huesca, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Barranco Gordo o Racuans take?
About 140 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 Gordo o Racuans?
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