Crest of the Eagles, Monterrey Travel Guide

Getting There

• Public Transportation

  Start your journey at the Macroplaza in the center of Monterrey. From there, walk to the nearest Metro station, which is 'Alameda'. Take the Line 2 Metro towards 'Santo Domingo'. After traveling for about 4 stops, disembark at 'San Nicolás'. Transfer here to the bus terminal located near the station. Look for the bus that goes to 'Chipinque', which is a popular destination for hikers. The bus ride will take approximately 30 minutes. Once you arrive at the Chipinque entrance, follow the signs to the 'Crest of the Eagles' hiking trail. The trailhead is well-marked and about a 30-minute hike to the viewpoint.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route, consider taking a taxi or rideshare service (like Uber) from your location in Monterrey. Enter 'Crest of the Eagles' or 'Chipinque' into the app. The driver will take you to the entrance of the park, which is located at Mexico 6, Centro, Monterrey, N.L. The journey should take around 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. Once you arrive, look for the trailhead that leads to the Crest of the Eagles viewpoint, which is a scenic 30-minute hike up the mountain.

• Walking

  If you are close to Chipinque or prefer to walk, you can head towards the park entrance. From the Macroplaza, head east on Ave. Constitución until you reach Ave. Juárez. Turn left and continue until you reach the intersection with Mexico 6. Follow Mexico 6, which leads directly to the Chipinque entrance. The walk can take about an hour, so ensure you wear comfortable shoes and stay hydrated. Once you get to the entrance, look for the marked trail leading to 'Crest of the Eagles'.