Nevado Tres Cruces

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In our guide, you’ll find up-to-date information on what to see, access routes and entrance fees, where to stay, and great places to visit.

Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park Guide

Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park is a natural sanctuary in the Atacama Region of Chile, where the vastness of the high-altitude plateau blends with landscapes of salt flats, lagoons, and snow-capped peaks. Home to flamingos, guanacos, and viscachas, this protected area shelters two wetlands of international importance: Laguna Santa Rosa and Laguna del Negro Francisco. Its untamed beauty and unique biodiversity make it an ideal destination for ecotourism and high-mountain exploration.

Why Visit Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park?

Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park, located in the Atacama Region, is a must-visit destination for lovers of ecotourism and high-mountain adventure. Its unique landscape combines imposing volcanoes, such as Ojos del Salado, with salt flats, vividly colored lagoons, and biodiversity adapted to the extreme aridity of the high plateau. The park is home to two protected wetlands recognized as Ramsar sites: Laguna Santa Rosa and Laguna del Negro Francisco, habitats for Andean flamingos, guanacos, and other emblematic species of the area.

Additionally, the park offers an ideal setting for landscape photography, birdwatching, and exploring scenic, less-traveled routes. The best time to visit is between October and April, when weather conditions allow safer exploration. If you are looking for a remote destination with pristine nature and stunning vistas, Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park is the perfect choice.

What People Say About This National Park

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Jorge Ordenes

Laguna Verde, Región de Atacama, Chile. Situada a una altura de 4345 msnm. Es un lago hiper salado de montaña. Ubicada a 25 kilómetros al oeste del Paso San Francisco,... Ver más...

Demis Bert
En la punta de Atacama, maravilloso contacto con la naturaleza y cielos perfectos

JUAN FARIAS

Muy lindo pero con mucho viento helado

Carlos Fredy Parada Cornejo
Un lugar majestuoso para visitar en primavera

Eliecer Cofré

Es un exelente parque lindo de otro planeta

Claudio Peña
Un parque increíble. Recomiendo hacer un tour de al menos 2 días. Vas a pasar muy bien y de verdad hay tantos lugares bonitos.

Sophie Mercedes

Bello y magico lugar

maria eugenia riquelme garcia
Hermoso parque lamentablemente falta más apoyo para mantenerlo.. las mineras depredan el salar y la laguna afectando a la flora y fauna del lugar... Venir bien hiratad@s y descansados ya... Ver más...

Ivan Cedrick Briones Astete

Impresionante!! De otro planeta.

Juan Valenzuela
Paisajes muy bonitos lugar

Marcelo Orrego

Bonito y relajante

Yuri Duran
La llegada es un poco complicada, si bien se recomienda la ruta 31 debido a que es pavimentada, el camino se hace más largo y tiene muchas más cuestas que... Ver más...

Diego Sepúlveda Álvarez

Es increible cualquier epoca de año para disfrutar tanto con la familia ,amigos y hasta solo..te lo recomiendo

José Fernando Peralta Elgueta

Discover Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park

The surroundings of Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park offer spectacular landscapes and unique attractions in the Atacama Region. Nearby, the Salar de Maricunga impresses with its vast white expanse and the presence of flamingos in its lagoons. Laguna Verde, with its intense emerald color and natural hot springs, is a must-visit for those seeking relaxation in the heart of the mountains.

For mountaineering enthusiasts, Ojos del Salado Volcano, the highest active volcano in the world, presents an unparalleled challenge. Visitors can also explore Paso San Francisco, a border crossing with Argentina that offers breathtaking panoramic views. If you are looking for an extreme nature experience and unforgettable landscapes, the park’s surroundings are the perfect complement to your trip.

Within Hornopirén National Park, visitors can also explore various renowned sites marked for visitors, while enjoying hiking, birdwatching, and trekking trails.

What to Visit in the Park?

Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park offers trekking routes ideal for those seeking to explore the extreme beauty of the Atacama Mountains. Among the most notable trails are the routes to Laguna Santa Rosa and Laguna del Negro Francisco, where it is possible to spot flamingos and guanacos in their natural habitat. For the more adventurous, the park also serves as the gateway to the base of Ojos del Salado Volcano, the highest active volcano in the world. With stunning landscapes and high-altitude trails, trekking in this park is a unique experience for mountaineering and nature enthusiasts.

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Weather in the National Park

Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park has a high-mountain climate, characterized by extreme temperatures and low humidity. During the day, temperatures can exceed 15°C, while at night they drop below 0°C, even in summer. Precipitation is scarce and mainly occurs in the winter months, when snowfall is possible. Due to the high altitude, solar radiation is intense, so UV protection and appropriate clothing for cold and wind are recommended. The best time to visit the park is between October and April, when weather conditions are most favorable.

Top Activities

If you want to make the most of your visit to Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park, we have a surprise: our “Top Activities”. Exciting itineraries, local tips, and unique experiences to experience the essence of the park. Your adventure starts here!

Tourist Attractions Near the Park

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