Córdoba Province

Parks and nature in Córdoba Province

Explore the diverse landscapes of Córdoba, from the vast Mar Chiquita salt lake to the rugged peaks of the Sierras Chicas and Sierras Grandes. This collection features urban escapes like Sarmiento Park, the city's largest green space, and remote natural wonders such as the Chancaní Provincial Park. Discover high-altitude viewpoints like Cuchi Corral, a premier site for paragliding, and refreshing waterfalls like Los Hornillos, located within protected reserves that safeguard the region's native flora.

Córdoba Parks and Nature — Map

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Sarmiento Park

This superb place is the largest public park in Córdoba. It's full of trees, lakes, intriguing museums, statues and other monuments.

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Mar Chiquita

Mar Chiquita or Mar de Ansenuza is an endorheic salt lake located in the northeast of the province of Córdoba, in central Argentina.

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Cerro Aspero

A peak in the Sierras Grandes known for the nearby Pueblo Escondido, a preserved abandoned tungsten mining village located at its base.

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Uritorco

The highest peak in the Sierras Chicas at 1,979 meters. Located near Capilla del Monte, it is known for its steep hiking trails and local mystical legends.

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Parque de Las Tejas

An urban park in the Nueva Córdoba district featuring a planetarium, fountains, and wide lawns, built on the former site of the provincial government house.

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Plaza Rivadavia

The main public square of the Alta Córdoba neighborhood, serving as a central community hub surrounded by traditional architecture and local cafes.

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Plaza Italia

A central urban square located near the historic Cañada stream, featuring a fountain and sculptures dedicated to the Italian immigrant community.

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San Roque Lake

The San Roque Lake is a reservoir in the province of Córdoba, Argentina.

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Parque Provincial Chancaní

A 4,920-hectare reserve protecting the dry Chaco forest. It is accessible via the Cuesta de Chancaní, a scenic mountain road with tunnels and viewpoints.

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Cascada Los Hornillos

A 10-meter waterfall within the La Quebrada Natural Water Reserve, accessible via a trekking trail that follows the stream through native woodland.

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Uritorco

Cerro Uritorco is a mountain located next to the Calabalumba River, in the city of Capilla del Monte, in the northwest of the province of…

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Cerro Pan de Azúcar

A 1,260-meter mountain in the Sierras Chicas. The summit, marked by a large iron cross, is accessible via a chairlift or a winding hiking path.

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Mirador Cuchi Corral

A natural cliffside balcony over the Pintos River valley, recognized as a major national site for paragliding and hang gliding due to its thermal currents.

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Mirador El Peñal

A high-altitude viewpoint in the Sierras Grandes offering expansive views of the Calamuchita Valley and the surrounding mountain ridges.

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Cascada Escondida

A secluded waterfall near Villa Yacanto, featuring clear natural pools and granite rock formations characteristic of the Sierras Grandes range.

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