Climbing Near Banderilla, Veracruz

Great limestone sport climbing with various styles just a short drive from Xalapa / Coatepec. This crag sits just outside the town of Jalcomulco and was created primarily by someone named "Soda", who I was told lived at the cliff for quite some time years ago. I was told the place that he lived was the small home that you can now rent out on the side of the cliff. This area is different from many other crags I've visited and a lot of work has gone into creating something special. There are small hangouts with hammocks, shade, and other great little amenities that are scattered throughout the crag. Almost all the routes names as well as grades are written at the bottom of each climb. Currently as of November 2021, it is asked that you pay 70 pesos to use the crag. Totally worth it! When driving from Xalapa/Coatepec to Jalcomulco, just after you enter the city through the large white arches that welcome you (like many cities throughout Mexico), keep a look out on your left for the big sign that reads "SELVAZUL" in blue and white (picture included). Here, you will also find a rock that has Cerro Brujo written on it in white, but it's small and difficult to see from the road. Turn left here and head down the dirt road just a short ways to find the parking area on the left. Park before the very small wire gate that sometimes blocks this road. If it's open, it might not be for long and they might lock you in, so park outside of it.Parking coordinates 19.3376898, -96.7605082After parking, simply continue walking on the road towards the crag. You will make one left turn to get off of the road and onto the trail when you come upon a small shelter with a metal roof that is held up by small tree limbs (picture included). There will be a large downed tree on the left side of the trail here as well.

There are several boulders around the Piedra Grande hut to keep you busy while waiting for your summit bid. 4wd road to the Piedra Grande hut, the starting point for many climbers on their way to Pico de Orizaba

Large boulder 20 ft southeast of the hut. Watch out for human waste on the backside. Walk