Native Trails MyTrails 2025 85 Chihuahua the 2,530 m (8,350 ft.) ride, you reach speeds of up to 135 km/h (more than 80 mph), and the vertical drop may exceed 500 m (1,600 ft.). After having enjoyed a ride with spectacular views, you climb a short, but steep ascent to the teleférico, which takes you back to Piedra Volada. 21 Thrill on the Vía Ferrata of Piedra Volada Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Difficult The “Vía Ferrata Piedra Volada” is a climbing route on steep faces. A steel cable fastened in the rock serves as climbing aid and belay. Iron rungs are used as steps and grips so that non-climbers are also able to get back to the edge safely after experiencing the breath-taking view of the Copper Canyon. A unique thrill. 22 Ride with the teleférico into the Copper Canyon Duration: 03:00 h · Level: Easy With the Teleférico you will take a fascinating ride to the lookout point Mesa de Arturo at the heart of the Copper Canyon, overcoming an altitude of 450 metres (1476 ft.). Enjoy breathtaking views of the Río Urique. The cable car system without intermediate posts by the Doppelmayr company from Austria has a length of 2,750 m (9022 ft.) and was completed in 2010. The gondolas travel in opposite directions, each providing space for up to 60 passengers and offering incredible views of the surrounding canyon system during the trip from Piedra Volada. Don't forget your camera to capture those unforgettable moments. 23 Adventure trip with the Tirolesa from Piedra Volada Duration: 02:30 h · Level: Difficult In the “Parque de Aventuras Barrancas del Cobre,” the spectacular “Tirolesa” from Piedra Volada awaits you. This is a 5.5 km (3.4 mi.) long system of ziplines right in the heart of the Copper Canyons. In seven different sections, you will travel the phenomenal ziplines and enjoy superb views, whilst reaching speeds of up to 110 km/h (69 mph). There are platforms between the individual sections, which are sometimes connected by swing bridges. At the highest point you will find yourself 700 m (2,300 ft.) above the ground of the Copper Canyons. 24 Short walk along the edge of the Urique Canyon near Posada Barrancas Duration: 01:00 h · Level: Medium Enjoy your short walk along the edge of the Urique Canyon at Posada Barrancas. This area, where the Copper Canyon and the Urique Canyon meet, offers you spectacular and breath-taking views. During your walk, if the situation allows, you will visit a Rarámuri family who does impressive fine basketry with pine needles and agave leaves. 25 Hike on the paths of the Tarahumaras Duration: 03:00 h · Level: Difficult Explore this traditional Tarahumara trail with us on an extended hike from the Mesa Bacajípare (the departure and end point for the hike is the station B of the popular Teleféricos) it returns to the same spot at the foot of the mesa. Here you can visit the small museum Casa Tarahumara and discover the nearby wall paintings of a long gone era. In the midst of the spectacular canyon landscape you will forget the passing of time. The views are unique and captivating, and the size of the canyon is almost unfathomable. 26 Short visit of the mission church of Cerocahui Duration: 00:30 h · Level: Easy Visit one of the most beautiful mission churches of the Sierra Madre. Founded in 1680 by the Jesuit father Juan María de Salvatierra, the mission fell into disrepair over the centuries, but was restored in the 1950s under the leadership of Padre Andrés Lara. This energetic father used much energy to help the inhabitants of the region and ease their hard life.
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