See snow-capped mountains, scenic lakes and dense forests in Argentina’s only coastal national park, which looks like a Southern Hemisphere version of Alaska.
The Tierra del Fuego National Park is a vast protected area of picturesque terrain with many exciting activities. Families and adventurers visit the park for camping, fishing, hiking and many more opportunities in the southernmost Andean-Patagonian forests. Spot the range of fascinating flora and fauna, such as guindo trees with orange fungus. See guanacos, which are similar to camels.
Follow various hiking trails through the forests. Discover a beaver dam, which consists of a series of ponds crafted by the wily animals. Meander through the lenga forest to reach the Lookout for a spectacular view of Lapataia Bay.
One of the highlights of the park is the Cerro Guanaco, a 2.5-mile (4-kilometre) ascent to the summit of a small mountain. Take your camera to the peak for the vista of Lake Roca and the snowy countryside.
Along the coast, take the Paseo de la Isla walk around the islets of the Cormoranes Archipelago. The park has many other routes, such as the Seaside Path, the Pampa Alta Trail and the Laguna Negra Walk. Step off the main paths to discover unspoiled wilderness.
Stay a few nights in the woods at the campsite next to Lake Roca. The park has several free sites with basic amenities, where you can set up camp.
Purchase souvenirs from a gift shop outside the park’s entrance. Dine and stock up on refreshments at the charming café nearby.
The region was created as a park in 1960 and was expanded 6 years later. It stays open year-round and had an entrance fee.
Tierra del Fuego National Park is 7.5 miles (12 kilometres) west of the city of Ushuaia. It is on the frontier with Chile. It is even possible to cross the border within the park, providing you have the right papers. Use the regular buses offering round-trip services to and from the park.
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