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2D1N Hiking and Camping | Mount Kerenceng 1754 m ASL via Desa Sindulang (Babakan Jambuaer)

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Trail stats

Distance
4.5 mi
Elevation gain
1,906 ft
Technical difficulty
Moderate
Elevation loss
1,906 ft
Max elevation
5,657 ft
TrailRank 
36
Min elevation
3,693 ft
Trail type
Loop
Moving time
3 hours 3 minutes
Time
one day 4 hours 51 minutes
Coordinates
1334
Uploaded
January 15, 2021
Recorded
January 2021
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near Sayuran, Jawa Barat (Indonesia)

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Itinerary description

Hike up Mount Kerenceng near Sumedang area and camping for a night. Total trip of 2D1N. The mountain is like a mini pyramid with trail starting from the last village at Desa Sindulang. It is possible to reach the summit and return within the day if the weather permits.

It is the same trail up and back down with only 4 waypoints. Nevertheless, do not underestimate the trail at it holds a handful of surprises! To avoid crowd better to hike on weekdays.

The trail is managed by the locals and not by the government nor private companies. Anyhow, do register yourself at the basecamp and if you come by car there is a charge of IDR 10k.

Waypoints

PictographWaypoint Altitude 4,219 ft
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Pos 1

The first waypoint after going through the last few residences and farms from the registration spot. Quite flat terrain that could be utilized for camping area when necessary.

PictographIntersection Altitude 4,557 ft
Photo ofBatik intersection - Take right to summit

Batik intersection - Take right to summit

A small intersection marked by batik cloth wrapped on a tree in the middle of the way. Terrain is uneven so not recommended to set up camp.

PictographWaypoint Altitude 4,774 ft
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Pos 2

When you reach this waypoint, you are at least 1,400 m above sea level. Marked with a small rundown shed to rest. The view from here is good and the breeze soothing. This waypoint is not far from the campsite.

PictographCampsite Altitude 4,905 ft
Photo ofCamp area Mount Kerenceng

Camp area Mount Kerenceng

This is the flatland before arriving at Pos 3. Ideal to setup camp here as higher places are more dangerous to. There is also a makeshift treehouse to capture the surrounding series of panoramic mountains. Fire making is permitted here.

PictographWaypoint Altitude 5,082 ft
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Pos 3

This is another waypoint at which is very possible to setup camp at. Please take note that it is smaller place than that of camp area and the terrain is not as flat as that of camp area. Better panorama though!

PictographWaypoint Altitude 5,223 ft
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Pos 4

The last post before summit. Not much other than a set of big rock formation and the post sign. The route towards this waypoint is narrow and dangerous as the sides are just cliffs. So it is all the way to summit.

PictographWaypoint Altitude 5,223 ft
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Tanjakan Baeud

The famous almost vertical climb with terrain made up of soil so beware of hike after rain or during the rainy season. One of the surprises of the trail, about 400m right before reaching the summit climbing at about 200m up. Making the arrival at summit much more valuable.

PictographSummit Altitude 5,531 ft
Photo ofShadow Summit of Mount Kerenceng

Shadow Summit of Mount Kerenceng

Do not be too happy. This is NOT the actual summit of the mountain even when it says that it is at 1754 above sea level. The real summit is visible from this point, albeit requiring extra care to reach. However, a word of caution do not try to go to the top if you are not convinced with the trail. Better to stay put.

PictographSummit Altitude 5,659 ft
Photo ofSummit of Mount Kerenceng

Summit of Mount Kerenceng

The real summit of the mount. There is only space for maximum 6 people standing or 3 people sitting down, in a circular area. The last 10m before reaching this place needs climbing (yes, with both hands). Congratulations! You are now at the top!

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