Lago Verde: Lake, Hiking Trails and Routes

In the rural valley of the Río Figueroa, Lago Verde lies amid forests, rivers, Patagonian steppe and the mountain ranges of the Sierra and Diablillo Negro. The turquoise Lago Verde is another feature; the town’s microclimate is attributed to the nearby lake of the same name. When choosing a hotel in Lago Verde, it helps to first organize your planned activities: sights in town, activities on the water or multi-day routes call for different priorities.

Sights and Hiking Trails

Sights in Lago Verde include Plaza Lago Verde and the Monumento los Pioneros. Sendero La Cancha begins at the northern edge of town and follows the northern historic trail. Along the way, you can enjoy views of the vegetation and a panorama of Lago Verde. The trail is considered suitable for everyone and is rated easy. It is listed as approximately 5 km long and taking about four hours. Published information on distance, duration and difficulty may vary depending on conditions.

South of Lago Verde is Sendero Boca de Diablo, described as an out-and-back trail of approximately 7.5 km. Visits there are only possible with a guide; confirm the availability of a guided tour before you travel. This makes for a clear difference in the time required: La Cancha is listed as taking about four hours and rated easy, while visits to Boca de Diablo require a guide.

Multi-Day Hikes to Lago Palena and Villa La Tapera

The Andes Patagónicos route between Lago Verde and Lago Palena begins in town and ends at the lake. It is approximately 55 km long, with about three days listed for a one-way trip and a moderate-to-high difficulty level. The Lago Verde–Lago Palena route is also called Huella los Troperos and is designated a Ruta Patrimonial in the Región de Aysén. Check seasonal conditions before setting out.

Another Troperos route connects Lago Verde with Villa La Tapera. The 70 km route can be covered on foot or on horseback in three to five days; seasonal and local access conditions should be checked locally. In terms of timing, the approximately three days one way on the route to Lago Palena compares with the three to five days for the route to Villa La Tapera. For the latter, walking and horseback riding are listed as ways to travel; the route to Lago Palena is rated moderate to high in difficulty.

Activities on the Lake and Rivers

Kayaking and boat trips are possible on Lago Verde. From Lago Verde, a half-day boat trip goes to the La Herradura sector of Lago Verde. There, you can go ashore and enjoy the beach; local operating conditions may vary. Suitable fishing areas can be found at Lago Verde and along the Figueroa and Pico rivers. Fishing is also possible on the shores of the turquoise lake. Check permit requirements and local conditions before fishing. Wildlife watching is also among the activities available in Lago Verde; availability may change.

If you’re looking for a hotel in Lago Verde, first plan around the scope of your activities: the options described range from a hike of about four hours to a half-day boat trip and routes lasting several days. Seasonal conditions should be taken into account for longer tours; a guide is required for Boca del Diablo.

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