Cabo Froward
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Cabo Froward (Cape Froward) is the southernmost point of the South American mainland. It is located on the Strait of Magellan south of Punta Arenas in Chilean Patagonia. At the top of the cape a large metal cross, called Cruz de los Mares, was built in homage to the visit of Pope John Paul II to Chile in 1987. The first cross was built in 1913, and it has been replaced several times due to the unfavorable weather conditions.
UnderstandThe cape is accessible by boat, or by a challenging trek of four days — or more — round trip, the details of which are explained below.
WalkThe trek begins at Rio San Pedro, near Fuerte Bulnes, the end of the road.
SleepPrimitive camping is possible along the way, in designated camp areas or otherwise.
Stay safeAs mentioned above, it is best to go with two or three others. The trek is very challenging. One must climb over slippery boulders and cross cold rivers.
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- Photo: Marek_Grzywa, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons