St. Andrew
Catherine's Peak Trail
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Distance
- 4.80 km
- Climb
- 320 m
- Time
- 1.7 h
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Short but steep climb from Newcastle parade ground (the JDF's high-altitude training camp) to the second-highest peak in Jamaica at 1,542 m. On a clear day the view extends from Kingston and its harbour in the south to the north coast. The trail passes through mossy cloud forest; the JDF barracks are an interesting historical sight at the start.
Safety notes
Wear appropriate hiking shoes. Bring water and sun protection. Check local weather before departure for St. Andrew.
What you'll find on this trail
Adventure
- Sinkhole / cockpit feature
- Cliff jump
- Rappel / scramble section
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