Trilha Caxadaço x Lopes Mendes via Praia de Santo Antônio

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Trilha Caxadaço x Lopes Mendes via Praia de Santo Antônio
Trilha Caxadaço x Lopes Mendes via Praia de Santo Antônio
Trilha Caxadaço x Lopes Mendes via Praia de Santo Antônio
Description

The trail between Caxadaço Beach and Lopes Mendes Beach is one of the wildest, "rooted," and least traveled sections of Ilha Grande. It is a moderately to difficult hike, lasting about 2 to 3 hours. The route is wild, with limited signage in some areas, passing through stretches of forest, with the possibility of a detour to Santo Antônio Beach. Infrequently visited, it is considered a secondary and quite rustic connecting trail.

Guidelines
Extension: 5 Km
Difficulty Hard
Orientation Hard
Signaling Level NonExistent
Conservation Bad
Risk Exposure Medium
Sun Exposure Medium
Hydration Point Unavailable
Climbing No climbing required
Minimum Altitude: 16m
Maximum Altitude: 147m
Negative Unevenness: 245m
Positive Unevenness: 250m
Tips

ATTENTION: It is very common for hikers to lose the trail in this section, especially between Caxadaço and Santo Antônio. If you do not have navigation experience, do not take the risk. You will find absolutely nothing to buy along the way. Lopes Mendes also has no kiosks, only street vendors selling drinks. As it is a preservation area with dense vegetation, insects are relentless. Bring strong insect repellent. Tide and Waves: Lopes Mendes is open sea and has strong waves. If you plan to leave there by sea, be aware that boats do not dock on the sand at Lopes Mendes; you will have to walk another 20-30 minutes to Praia do Pouso (calm side) to catch a boat.

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Guidelines
Extension: 5 Km
Difficulty: Hard
Orientation: Hard
Signaling Level: NonExistent
Minimum Altitude: 16m
Maximum Altitude: 147m
Negative Unevenness: 245m
Positive Unevenness: 250m
Route

The trail is narrow, often overgrown with vegetation, with sections of steep ascents and descents over rocks and roots. The signage is poor or nonexistent. There are many fallen logs and false forks. The use of GPS, a local guide, and having the map downloaded offline is highly recommended. Starting from Caxadaço, the trail begins in the forest behind the small strip of sand. The ascent is immediate and steep to overcome the ridge that separates the coves. You will walk through the heart of the region, away from the sound of the sea for a good while. It is an area of dense Atlantic forest, with century-old trees and high humidity. Before reaching Lopes Mendes, you will encounter a fork that leads to Praia de Santo Antônio. It is a "mini Lopes Mendes," with very white sand and crystal-clear waters, but much smaller and almost always deserted. It is definitely worth a visit. The trail opens up at the right corner of Lopes Mendes (when facing the sea). You will emerge from the forest and come face to face with the 3 km of fine white sand and the famous almond trees of this paradise beach. At the other end of Lopes Mendes, there is the exit to Praia do Pouso, about 1 km of easy walking.

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