Trekking through the forest

Trekking in El Bolson, Patagonia

El Bolson Refuges

There are 13 refuges in El Bolson and the main trekking routes connect them. There are options from just a single day upwards. The refuges cost between AR$50 - $60 a night (bring a sleeping bag). Camping is permitted but only at the designated camp grounds next to each refuge. Camping costs AR$20 - $30 per person and includes use of the toilet facilities.

refugio hielo azul

Refugio Hielo Azul (1300m)

A fantastic refuge with excellet toilet facilites, showers and camping in the woods. A great side trip to see the Hielo Azul glacier.

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refugio natacion

Refugio Natacion (1400m)

On the edge of the Lake Natacion the starting point for ascents of the nearby Cerro Hielo Azul (2245m). The refuge offer kayaks for use on the lake!

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refugio cajon azul

Refugio Cajon de Azul (600m)

A family run refuge, open year round.

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refugio el retamal

Refugio El Retamal (750m)

An beautiful owner operated refuge, open year round.

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refugio los laguitos

Refugio Los Laguitos (1150m)

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refugio encanto blanco

Refugio Encanto Blanco (850m)

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refugio cerro lindo

Refugio Cerro Linda (1450m)

A 5 - 7 hours acent to the refuge just below the tree line. There is an option to hike to the summit of Cerro Lindo (2112m)

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refugio playita & tronconada

Refugio Playita & La Tronconada

There refugios are both a short distance apart and close to Cajon Azul.

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volcano villarica

Refugio Perito Moreno (1000m)

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refugio dedo gordo

Refugio Dedo Gordo (1300m)

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volcano villarica

Refugio Piltriquitron (1500m)

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Refugio Motoco (850m)

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