Epuyén
Visit a paradise at the foot of the Andean mountains, in a forest in Chubut.
Patagonia hides treasures that connect you with nature. One of them is waiting for you inside a forest, next to a crystal-clear water mirror. Come to Epuyén, a town that is part of the Andean Region of the 42nd Parallel. Explore this paradise nestled in the Andes Mountains, surrounded by hills and valleys, rivers and organic gardens. Walk along paths amidst groves. Enjoy water sports such as canoeing, rowing, and wind-sailing.
Do you know the surroundings of Epuyén? Climb up the side of a hill and check the panoramic views of the viewpoint. Watch the valley and the lake. Along a dirt road surrounded by vegetation, come to Laguna de las Mercedes, fed by waters of the mountain range. And from El Maitén, take a stroll in La Trochita, the classic Patagonian train impelled by a stream locomotive. Live it all in Chubut.
Geographic location: Province of Chubut, Argentine Patagonia.
How to get there: From Esquel, via Ruta Nacional 40 (124 km).
Altitude: 430 meters above sea level
Climate: Cold and dry, with snowfalls in winter.
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days.
Recommended clothing and gear: Warm clothing, suitable for low temperatures.