Nevado del Quindio stands at 4785 meters in Colombia, part of the Andes, South America.
This peak is classified as a volcanic.
Elevation
4785 m
Prominence
— m
Coordinates
4.803056, -75.353056
Type
volcanic
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About This Mountain
Nevado del Quindio (4785m) is a volcanic peak in the Andes, Colombia. Grade 2/5: moderate trek requiring good fitness. A prominent Andean volcano rising above surrounding altiplano, drawing climbers from around the world.
The topographic contour map of Nevado del Quindio (4785m) in the Andes shows contours reflecting the unique geological character of the terrain. Contour lines are drawn at 100m intervals, with index contours (thicker lines) every 500m. The hypsometric color scale ranges from green (lower elevations) through yellow and orange to white (highest elevations near the 4,785m summit).
Elevation Profile
The east–west elevation profile of Nevado del Quindio (4785m) in the Andes shows the terrain cross-section through the summit at 4,785m. The color gradient transitions from green (valley floor) to white (summit zone), with the red summit marker indicating the peak.
Frequently Asked Questions
The contour map uses a hypsometric color scale where green represents lower elevations, yellow and orange indicate mid-range altitudes, and white marks the highest zones near the summit. Thicker contour lines (index contours) are drawn at wider intervals to help you quickly estimate elevation.
The contour map of Nevado del Quindio (4785m) uses a 100m contour interval. This means each line represents a 100m change in elevation. Closely spaced contours indicate steeper terrain, while widely spaced contours show gentler slopes.
The elevation profile is a cross-section through Nevado del Quindio (4785m) from west to east, passing through the summit at 4,785m. It reveals the mountain's shape, steepness, and relative height compared to the surrounding terrain. The horizontal axis shows distance in kilometers from the peak.
