One of Argentine Patagonia's best-kept secrets awaits you in Santa Cruz.

Located in the heart of the Argentine Patagonian steppe, along National Route 40, Parque Patagonia, adjacent to Patagonia National Park, is the ideal place for native wildlife watching (pumas, guanacos, condors, choiques, and more), as well as for enjoying hiking, climbing, and archaeological sites such as Cueva de las Manos, with the perfect combination of adventure and comfort. Come discover it.

Activities

There are many ways to immerse yourself in Patagonia Park. We offer a wide range of activities for different interests and experience levels. Click the icons below to learn more!

Hiking in Parque Patagonia, Santa Cruz

Hiking

More than 80 km of trails wind through colorful canyons and plateaus. Each one was designed for you to enjoy the views, observe local wildlife, and leave the smallest possible impact on the environment.

Wildlife watching in Parque Patagonia, Santa Cruz

Wildlife watching

At Parque Patagonia you can see pumas, guanacos, choiques, condors, orange chinchillas, and much more. You can observe wildlife on your own or with local guides or specialists.

Climbing in Parque Patagonia, Santa Cruz

Climbing

Cañadón Caracoles has 60 routes of different levels of difficulty. There is also an indoor climbing wall at the Interpretation Center and Planetarium with different inclinations and routes.

Archaeological sites in Parque Patagonia, Santa Cruz

Archaeological sites

From Parque Patagonia you can visit two archaeological sites that protect millennia-old rock art: the Cueva de las Manos Provincial Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Alero Charcamata Provincial Reserve.

Astrotourism in Parque Patagonia, Santa Cruz

Astrotourism

The park has a free-to-use star observatory and an Interpretation Center and Planetarium that invites you to interactively explore the geological history and biodiversity of the region.

Explore Patagonia Park

Find the park's location along National Route 40 on Google Maps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Parque Patagonia is located along National Route 40, 54 km south of Perito Moreno, in the province of Santa Cruz, Argentina. Learn more about where Parque Patagonia is and how to access it.

From Buenos Aires and Comodoro Rivadavia, there are flights to Perito Moreno, the closest town to the park. You can also arrive by bus from different destinations in Patagonia, both to the Cañadón Pinturas Portal and to the town of Perito Moreno. You can enter the park by transfer or private vehicle. Find more details on how to get to Parque Patagonia.

The park offers hiking, climbing, wildlife watching (puma, guanaco, choique, condor, etc.), visits to archaeological sites such as Cueva de las Manos, and astrotourism. Learn more about each experience in Parque Patagonia's activities.

The best time is the Southern Hemisphere summer, between November and March, with long, mild days (10-24°C). To know how to prepare for your trip, check out our recommendations for visiting the park.

There are options for all tastes: the La Posta de los Toldos inn, Patagonian yurts, and the La Señalada, El Mollar, La Confluencia, Al Río, and Cañadón Caracoles campsites. Explore all lodging options in Parque Patagonia.

Admission to the Cañadón Pinturas and Cueva de las Manos portals of Parque Patagonia has a single fee of AR$10,000. Admission is free for Santa Cruz residents, retirees, and children under 12, upon presenting the corresponding documentation. You can pay by card or transfer when registering at the information centers. Activities within the park are free unless you hire a specialized guide. The only paid activities are visits to the archaeological sites.

Guided tours or visits to archaeological sites do require reservations, made directly with each provider. Find information about the guides in Guided activities. All lodging options require advance reservation. Learn more about where to stay in Parque Patagonia.