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El Faro Lighthouse

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 56 attractions in Mazatlan
Traveller Description: This lighthouse sits atop Cerro Creston, Mazatlan's highest hill.
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Attraction type: Lighthouse

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5 of 5 stars
Alex, MN
7 Mar 2006
9/9 found this review helpful

We went up around 8:30 a.m. on March 1. There is a dirt path (watch for rocks and wash outs) and then 300 plus steps. It is well worth the trip up for the views of the city and the ocean. Make sure you bring binoculars so you can see the small black rock in the ocean that the sea... more

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5 of 5 stars
St. Paul, MN, USA
12 Jan 2005
21/21 found this review helpful

The hike up was a bit strenuous, definately not something to plan for the afternoon heat. THe hike up to the lighthouse starts off by the fishing charter docks and is about 1,100 meters walking distance according to a sign at the bottom. Bring water or hope the vendor at the bottom of the hill is open if you plan... more

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4 of 5 stars
Clearwater, Florida
23 Jul 2003
14/17 found this review helpful

Climb was strenuous but once reaching the peak where the lighthouse is located the scenic views were great. Pick the morning to climb up and view personal web-site movie at http://www.trymyplace.com/mazatlan/ for a short movie on the subject. more

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