From the rolling hills of Buenos Aires province to the dramatic spires of Patagonia, Argentina offers a diverse range of trails for every skill level. Here are the top picks for your next mountain getaway.
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Buenos Aires Highlands: Tandil & Sierra de la Ventana
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The Challenge: Tackle the Tres Picos Mount (1,239m), the highest peak in the province, offering views all the way to Bahía Blanca.
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Family Friendly: Visit Tandil for shorter treks like Cerro Centinela and reward yourself with their world-famous, certified-origin salami.
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The Lake District: Bariloche & El Bolsón
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Nahuel Huapi Traverse: A legendary multi-day circuit connecting mountain shelters (refugios). Refugio Frey is a standout for its granite towers and alpine lagoon.
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El Bolsón: Don’t miss Cajón del Azul, a medium-difficulty trek leading to turquoise river waters and serene mountain forests.
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The Trekking Capital: El Chaltén
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Iconic Views: The Laguna de los Tres trail is a must, leading to the base of the majestic Mount Fitz Roy. It’s a challenging 5–12 hour round trip with a steep final ascent.
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Pro Tip: You can drink the crystal-clear water straight from the melting glacier streams.
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The End of the World: Ushuaia
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Quick Escape: The Martial Glacier is just 15 minutes from the city, offering a 2-hour hike followed by tea and cake at the mountain base.
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High Adventure: The Ojo del Albino glacier trek takes 8 hours and requires a professional guide to navigate the icebergs and rugged terrain safely.
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Mystical Córdoba: Cerro Uritorco & Los Gigantes
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The Supernatural: Cerro Uritorco (1,900m) is world-famous for its reported UFO sightings and “outer space” energy.
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The Technical Pick: Los Gigantes offers over 400 climbing routes and a 15km trek through streams and valleys reaching 2,300 meters.
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SOURCE: buenosairesherald.com