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Alerce Andino National Park

National park in Chile

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Overview

Alerce Andino National Park (Parque Nacional Alerce Andino) is a protected natural area consisting of highland lakes and streams in the Andes mountains of Chile. The park is home to more than 50 lakes and is the northernmost point of Chile's Route of Parks trail.

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Getting there

There are two entrances to the park: Chaica and Sargazo

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Getting around

Most of the park is accessible only via hiking trails, which vary in length and difficulty.

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UnderstandThe park covers an area of 39,300 hectares. It is administered for the federal government by Corporacion Nacional Forestal, CONAF.

Get inThere are two entrances to the park: Chaica and Sargazo

Fees and permitsThe park entry fee is CLP$3,500 for Chilean citizens and CLP$7,000 for foreign travelers.

Get aroundMost of the park is accessible only via hiking trails, which vary in length and difficulty.

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SleepA basic campground is available in the Sargazo Sector, near the northern entrance. The campground has marked sites with minimal amenities, though some sites have picnic tables and fire pits.

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