8 Hiking Trails in Province of Neuquen That You Shouldn't Miss

January 16, 2022 Natalie Tallman

Discover the best top things to do in Province of Neuquen, Argentina including Parque Nacional Los Arrayanes, Cerros Negro & Monje Trail, Laguna Escondida, Cerro Colorado, Geiser en Los Tachos, Coa Co and Blanco Waterfalls, Ruta 40, Domuyo El Techo de la Patagonia.
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1. Parque Nacional Los Arrayanes

Peninsula de Quetrihue / Villa la Angostura Argentina
Excellent
60%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 135 reviews

Parque Nacional Los Arrayanes

Reviewed By sjriceuk - Bristol, United Kingdom

We took the catamaran ferry to the end of the peninsula then enjoyed the 12 km hike back through the forest. The Peninsula contains a large number of ancient myrtles which have created an amazing ancient forest which is well worth a good look. After that the route back takes you through a forest of coihues, cypresses and ñires which again are really interesting. Towards the end of the climb there is an uphill section that takes ypu to some amazing view points the last of which are the best. They are signed posted off to the side of the main past and make sure you take the detour to see them.

2. Cerros Negro & Monje Trail

Villa Traful Argentina
Excellent
41%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 37 reviews

Cerros Negro & Monje Trail

Reviewed By Naturaldog - New Haven, United States

~3700 feet (~1100 meters) of net vertical ascent. ~22 km round trip.Lots of volcanic sand/ash and loose rocks on the trail. Footing is not very good in a number of places, especially near the top. Trail is poorly marked in a number of places. A very good idea to have the Maps.me gps app installed on your cellphone. The trail is noted on map.me, which was very helpful to me when I got lost (despite perfect weather), which I did, 4 or 5 times. 2 hours 20 mins for me to ascend, including 2-3 stops to empty volcanic ash from low-cut hiking sneakers. The descent took about 3 hours, mainly because I lost the trail 3-4 times. Best to wear shoes that come up above the ankles to keep sand/ash and small rocks out. This is NOT a hike to do in marginal or bad weather. You will lose the trail, almost certainly. Others have written that the water near the top is drinkable. I would not advise this. Grazing animals, and evidence thereof, is everywhere. Best to bring your own water. I brought 3 liters on a cool day (22 C max), and I ran out of water with an hour still to go to get back to the car. This peak is known for very high winds that can come up suddenly. Be prepared. Enjoy! Not to be missed if the weather cooperates. Great views, solitude, majesty. Just wear the right shoes and bring plenty of water!

3. Laguna Escondida

Caviahue Argentina
Excellent
53%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 68 reviews

Laguna Escondida

4. Cerro Colorado

San Martin de los Andes Argentina
Excellent
64%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 88 reviews

Cerro Colorado

Reviewed By LissonGrove

Amazing walk, especially on a clear day - view at top incredible. Easy to park at start 14km outside of San Martin de Los Andes. 5km up and then again down (10km total). Approx half the walk is shaded by trees. Map and profile at start of walk. See pic. Km 1 - easy - across a field. 2 fairly steep 3-4 STEEP Flattens in places later on At top is small shelter in case of wind. Spectacular views 360 Two of us are fit-ish. Aged 40-50 and took 3.5 hours total with a few breaks. Absolutely worth doing. Very well marked and prepared trail. Maps.me app also useful as a back up.

5. Geiser en Los Tachos

Ruta 43, Varvarco 8353 Argentina
Excellent
57%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
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Poor
0%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Geiser en Los Tachos

6. Coa Co and Blanco Waterfalls

Villa Traful Argentina http://neuquentur.gob.ar/es/destinos/villa-traful
Excellent
19%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 131 reviews

Coa Co and Blanco Waterfalls

Coa Có and Blanco are two of Argentina's natural waterfalls, and their proximity to each other makes each accessible a convenient walking trail.

7. Ruta 40

Ruta Nacional 40, Neuquen Argentina http://neuquentur.gob.ar/es
Excellent
49%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
5%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 37 reviews

Ruta 40

8. Domuyo El Techo de la Patagonia

Moreno, Chos Malal 8353 Argentina +54 2948 41-1536 http://domuyo4709.wordpress.com
Excellent
40%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 5 reviews

Domuyo El Techo de la Patagonia

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