Hiking in the Argentine Lake District
From the ice-capped peak of the staggering Lanín Volcano to the gentle forested trails around glistening lakes, the Argentinian Lake District offers hiking for all.
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Mountain Biking offers an active way to explore the stunning lakes and mountains of the Patagonian Lake District. Experience beautiful scenery, cycling along beaches, next to mountain ranges & visiting spectacular lakes and waterfalls.
There are plenty of ways to take to pedal through the Chilean Lake District, whether you just want to take a mountain bike out on a short trail or take the backroads cycling across the region.
From Puerto Varas, trails lead through Vicente Pérez National Park with epic views from lakes to lava field, or you might choose to take it easy cycling along the shores of Lake Llanquihue, quenching your thirst at one of the local microbreweries you pass along the way. Near Pucón, the white-knuckle descent of Villarrica Volcano is truly one for the thrill-seekers.
If you're after a longer experience, the Seven Lakes Route slowly winds its way between the two main towns, past picturesque towns, towering volcanoes, thick forest and emerald lakes: in this region no two days in the saddle are ever alike.
Basing yourself in Bariloche or San Martín de los Andes gives you plenty of opportunities to head out on a mountain bike to explore the Argentine Lake District.
Easy trails follow the Manso river as it winds its way through lush forest and steep canyons towards the Chilean border from Bariloche, or you can stay closer to home cycling between microbreweries, chocolaterias and scenic viewpoints along the lakefront. From San Martín the old logging roads around Lake Lacar and Laguna Rosales demand to be explored on two wheels.
For longer adventures, you might tackle the picturesque Route of the Seven Lakes or take the scenic backroads around Lake Traful and over the Cordoba Pass to Lake Filo Hua Hum.
The routes in the Lake District are wider tracks than some of the other routes in Patagonia, and are on mostly unpaved roads. So whether you are looking for a gentle day ride or a multi-day adventure, there are plenty of choices!
From the ice-capped peak of the staggering Lanín Volcano to the gentle forested trails around glistening lakes, the Argentinian Lake District offers hiking for all.
Discover MoreWith seven national parks and an abundance of volcanoes, ancient forest trails and lake views to enjoy, this region of Chile is perfect hiking country.
Discover MoreFrom exploring sapphire lakes tucked into the folds of mountains to the adrenaline-hit of whitewater, Argentina’s Lake District that begs to be explored with a paddle.
Discover MoreIn a region dominated by glacier lakes and rivers, it’s no surprise that one of the best ways to explore the Chilean Lake District is paddling by kayak or raft.
Discover MorePatagonia is a vast and varied region, with a wealth of things to see and do, a range of places to stay and a limited transport network.
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