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Explore the stunning hiking trails around Nahuel Huapi National Park. From easy panoramic viewpoints to challenging alpine refugios.
- 20 Trails
- 5 Refugios
- All Skill Levels
Top Day Hikes
Complete guide to Bariloche’s best hiking trails, from quick panoramic climbs to full-day alpine adventures.
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Cerro Campanario
Easy
- 1.5 km
- 30–45 minutes (hiking)
- One of the best panoramic viewpoints in Patagonia; panoramic lakes + mountains
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Weather Notes
Great sunrise/sunset; windy at the top.
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Cerro Llao Llao (Llao Llao Municipal Park)
Easy–Moderate
- 4–7 km depending on route
- 1.5–3 hours
- Forest, lakes, overlooks; extremely popular
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Weather Notes
Good option for cloudy/windy days.
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Cerro López / Refugio López
Moderate–Hard
- 1–1.5 hours
- Close-up view of the Cuernos and waterfall
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Weather Notes
Extremely popular and crowded; great for people with limited time.
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Refugio Frey (via Catedral)
Moderate
- 20 km
- 6–8 hours
- Granite spires, alpine lake (Laguna Toncek)
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Weather Notes
One of Bariloche's most iconic hikes; weather changes fast.
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Laguna Negra / Refugio Italia
Moderate–Hard
- 14–18 km
- 6–8 hours
- Volcanic cirque lake, quieter than Frey
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Weather Notes
Steep final section; watch for mud early/late season.
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Laguna Jakob / Refugio San Martín
Moderate–Hard
- 16–18 km
- 6–8 hours
- Volcanic cirque lake, quieter than Frey
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Weather Notes
Great for overnight stays; long but rewarding.
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Circuito Chico Nature Trails
Easy
- Variable
- 1–3 hours depending on chosen loop
- Beaches, lookout points, forest walks
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Weather Notes
Very accessible; highly popular.
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Mirador del Brazo Tristeza
Moderate
- 8 km
- 3–4 hours
- Rare view over Brazo Tristeza arm of Nahuel Huapi Lake
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Weather Notes
Less crowded; great photography spot.
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Sendero de los Arrayanes (from Puerto Pañuelo)
Easy–Moderate
- 12 km
- 2–3 hours
- Myrtle forest, wildlife, lakeshore
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Weather Notes
Good for families; can be muddy.
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Cerro Otto Trails
Easy–Moderate
- Varies
- 1–3 hours
- Panoramic city and lake views
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Weather Notes
Very accessible; great for quick hikes or bad weather.
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Refugio Italia (via Lagunita) — Short Route
Moderate
- Short but steep
- 1–2 hours
- Quicker access to Negra views
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Weather Notes
Steep and rustic trail.
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Cerro Ventana
Moderate
- 8–10 km
- 3–5 hours
- Rock windows with dramatic views
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Weather Notes
Beautiful ridge; exposed to wind.
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Peninsula San Pedro Lookouts
Easy
- Short coastal-style walks
- 1 hour
- Lake views, quiet forests
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Weather Notes
Great for families.
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Laguna de los Césares
Easy–Moderate
- ~4 km
- 1–2 hours
- Waterfall, lush forest
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Weather Notes
Good rainy-day trail.
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Cerro Villegas
Moderate
- ~10 km
- 3–5 hours
- Wide views over Bariloche
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Weather Notes
Underrated — fewer people.
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Lago Escondido Trail
Easy
- ~4 km
- 1–2 hours
- Small hidden lake, quiet forest
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Weather Notes
Good family walk.
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Neumeyer Refuge Trails (Valle del Challhuaco)
Easy–Moderate
- Forest and valley trails
- Various (1–5 hours)
- Wildlife, forest, wetlands
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Weather Notes
Great for bad-weather days.
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Laguna Verde & Pampa Linda Trails
Easy–Moderate
- Varies
- 2–4 hours
- Forests, rivers, views toward Mt. Tronador
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Weather Notes
Beautiful lowland options.
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Mirador del Cerro Catedral
Moderate
- Varies with route
- 2–3 hours
- Views of Tronador & Nahuel Huapi
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Weather Notes
Good half-day option.
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Cerro Carbón
Moderate
- 8 km
- 3–4 hours
- Views over Bariloche
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Weather Notes
Quiet and less visited.
