Puncte de belvedere în Provincia Chubut

Scenic Viewpoints & Lighthouses

This collection spans Chubut's diverse geography, from the rugged Atlantic coast to the Andean foothills. It features historic, uninhabited lighthouses operated by the Argentine Navy and premier terrestrial whale-watching spots along Golfo Nuevo and Península Valdés. The list includes unique geological sites like the red sandstone of Rocas Coloradas, the protected bird sanctuary of Isla de los Pájaros, and the tiered waterfalls of the Nant y Fall nature reserve.

A

Punta Ameghino (Whale watching)

Coastal vantage point for observing Southern Right Whales in their natural habitat along the shores of the Golfo Nuevo.

B

Cascadas de Nant y Fall

A series of waterfalls along the Nant y Fall river within a protected nature reserve located southeast of the 16 de Octubre valley.

C

Punto Panorámico

Elevated vantage point providing views over the lower Chubut River valley and the surrounding agricultural landscape.

D

Istmo Carlos Ameghino

A narrow land bridge connecting Península Valdés to the mainland, offering simultaneous views of the San José and Nuevo gulfs.

E

Punta Flecha (Whale watching)

Located within the El Doradillo Protected Area, this site serves as a research and observation post for shore-based whale watching.

F

Mirador Islas de los Pajaros

Observation point for a bird sanctuary island in the Golfo San José, home to gulls, cormorants, and flamingos.

G

Faro San Gregorio

An automated, uninhabited lighthouse established by the Argentine Navy on the shores of San Gregorio Bay.

H

Faro Golfo Nuevo

Uninhabited navigation tower situated on the northern coast of Golfo Nuevo.

I

Faro Punta Lobos

Remote Argentine Navy lighthouse located on the Atlantic coast within the Rawson Department.

J

Faro Cabo Raso

Uninhabited lighthouse located at Caleta Rasa, marking a rugged stretch of the provincial coastline.

K

Faro Punta Bajos

Automated maritime signal located on the eastern exterior coast of the Península Valdés.

L

Rocas Coloradas

Coastal area characterized by intense red sandstone formations, fossilized forests, and a distinct lunar landscape.

M

Cañadon Las Buitreras

Deep canyon featuring vertical rock walls and diverse birdlife, including the Andean condor.

N

Lobería Pirámides

Observation point for a large breeding colony of South American sea lions situated on the cliffs near Puerto Pirámides.

O

Mirador de Ballenas

Shore-based observation site for spotting Southern Right Whales during their breeding season in the Golfo Nuevo.