The Cotopaxi volcano lies in the centre of Cotopaxi National Park. There are other peaks in the park, as well as volcanic lava features.

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This is a very shallow lake a few miles from the base of the volcano

The car park at the base of Cotopaxi. Not a McDonald's in sight. Not even a tree to pee behind!

Cotopaxi from the base. As in most pictures, it doesn't look nearly as steep as it was (or at least felt).