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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Emily Pennington
Photo Date:
07/24/2018
Even the views from the bus on the way in are striking.
Emily Pennington
Photo Date:
07/24/2018
Hiking around the Quilotoa crater's rim is one of the best outdoor activities in all of Ecuador.
Emily Pennington
Photo Date:
07/24/2018
From the small town that borders the lake, there's a wooden boardwalk and a stunning overlook.
Emily Pennington
Photo Date:
07/24/2018
The rim trail can be very windy in spots, but is decently maintained.
Emily Pennington
Photo Date:
07/24/2018
An abundance of wildflowers graces the Ecuadorian high country!
Emily Pennington
Photo Date:
07/24/2018
Not a bad view of Cotopaxi, for a public bus!