Lacs et cascades de Chubut

Lakes and Waterfalls of Chubut

Chubut's Andean region contains a complex network of glacial lakes and cascades within the UNESCO-listed Los Alerces National Park and the Futaleufú River system. This selection includes the expansive Futalaufquen Lake and the binational Vintter Lake, shared with Chile. These water bodies are surrounded by dense Patagonian cypress and coihue forests. Sites like the high-altitude Lago Baggilt are designated natural reserves, while waterfalls such as Cascada Irigoyen provide accessible views of the region’s steep hydrological drops formed by retreating glaciers.

Lakes and Waterfalls of Chubut — Carte

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Futalaufquen Lake

Futalaufquen Lake is a large lake in Chubut Province, Argentina. Futalaufquen Lake is in the chain of lakes of the Futaleufú River system of…

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Lago Verde

Glacial lake in Los Alerces National Park connected to the Arrayanes River. It is known for its distinct emerald green color caused by suspended glacial minerals.

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Lago Baggilt

High-altitude glacial lake and natural reserve located at the foot of Mount Cónico. The area protects primary Andean-Patagonian forests and diverse local fauna.

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Vintter Lake

Vintter Lake or Palena Lake is a lake located in Patagonia which is shared by Argentina, where it is known as Lago General Vintter, and by…

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Lago Guachito

Remote glacial lake situated in the southwestern Andes of Chubut Province, located near the international border with Chile.

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Cascada Irigoyen

A significant waterfall located near the eastern shore of Futalaufquen Lake, reachable via a short, signposted woodland trail.

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Cascada de los Tamores

Waterfall located within the southern region of Los Alerces National Park, part of the park's network of mountain streams.

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Las Mellizas

A pair of waterfalls and small lakes reached by a trekking path starting from the Villa Futalaufquen area.