El Eden Hiking Trail Mismaloya Puerto Vallarta. Here is a practical overview of the trail and outdoor adventure area near Mismaloya, Puerto Vallarta, toward El Edén the “Predator” movie set as well as what El Edén and nearby Edenva are like:
Hiking / Trail from Mismaloya to El Edén
There is a recognized trail route from the general Mismaloya area toward El Edén through the jungle near Puerto Vallarta.
Trail details, approximate
Length: 5.0 miles round-trip or 8 kilometers
Difficulty: Moderate terrain through jungle with some uneven sections
Time to complete: 2 h 15 – 2 h 30 standard pace
Elevation: modest gain 272 meters
Trail start: the hotel Barcelo into Parque El Edén de Mismaloya.
Trail Notes
The route goes mostly through jungle terrain with shade but can be very hot and humid, especially midday. Bring water, insect repellent, good shoes, and sun protection.
Dogs are welcome with leash but expect uneven roots and muddy patches during rainy season.
This is a nature trail, not a paved path, and not an official maintained tourist path with signage everywhere. Navigation can be challenging without a GPX map or local guidance.
El Edén (Predator Movie Set) – What & Where
El Edén refers to a natural jungle area just inland from Mismaloya, south of Puerto Vallarta, that was a filming location for the 1987 movie Predator starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Today it exists as a nature/adventure area featuring:
Rivers, waterfalls, and natural swimming spots in a tropical setting.
Zip lines (canopy) through the jungle — multiple lines over the river and forest.
Trail sections, viewpoints, and scenic jungle terrain.
A small restaurant and picnic areas by the river (often called Jardín El Edén).
Guided tours, adventure experiences, and natural river lounging areas.
The access road heads south from Puerto Vallarta Mismaloya Bus along highway, then cross the street to the dirt road leading to El Eden. Keep following the river toward Ranchos/El Edén areas. In rainy season it can be in less good condition.
Activities Around El Edén
Most people do not just hike by themselves all the way through jungle paths; instead they book experiences that combine nature with guided adventure because parts of the jungle network can be ambiguous to follow as a standalone trail:
Canopy / Zipline Tours
Several operators offer zipline, canopy tours at or near El Edén multiple lines through jungle and over river sections.
ATV & Off-Road Experiences
Guided ATV routes take you from Mismaloya up through jungle trails and dirt tracks to El Edén scenic spots, with chances for photos, short hikes and river swims included.
Combined Horseback + Ziplines
Some combos include horseback ride portions along river banks and jungle trails plus canopy segments.
These structured tours are often safer than trying to do a long jungle route alone, especially if you are unfamiliar with the terrain.
https://edenvallarta.com/
Edenva, Nearby but Distinct
Edenva is a separate adventure/ecotourism park located in the same general region along the Mismaloya / El Edén area. It is not one single official trail between spots, but another private/ecotour operation offering:
Canopy lines
Zip-line adventures
Short nature walks
Relaxed riverside areas and jungle scenery
Edenva markets itself as an “ecological adventure park” in the jungle area used for Predator filming.
https://edenva.mx/
Tips Before You Go
Navigation & safety
Jungle terrain can be slippery in rain; bring proper shoes and lots of water.
In hottest months bring sunscreen and early start to avoid hottest hours.
Best access points
The common trailhead people reference starts around the Barcelo Hotel and leads inland north toward jungle and river greenbelt areas that connect you closer to El Edén ecology park.
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