Pedra do Baú

Pedra do Baú and the Pedra do Baú complex are rock formations in the Mantiqueira Mountains (Serra da Mantiqueira).

The gneiss rock complex comprises three distinct "rock formation landmarks": Pedra do Baú, Bauzinho, and Ana Chata.

[1] On 28 December 2010 the Pedra do Baú Natural Monument was created with 3,154 hectares (7,790 acres), a state-level natural monument that is part of the Mantiqueira Mosaic of conservation units.

[2] There are over 200 rock climbing routes in the complex, ranging from 15m to 400m in height.

[3] The formation is a popular site for rock climbing, paragliding, and other forms of ecotourism.

Left to Right: Bauzinho, Pedra do Baú, Ana Chata
Pedra do Baú