Conguillio NP: Attractions and Trails

Attractions

What to see
Conaf has combined its efforts with private interests to preserve and protect this area, turning Congullío into an ideal park. Not only will you enjoy the park's beautiful surroundings, but also learn about its biological diversity thanks to the education and interpretation programs implemented by Conaf.

Some of the park's attractions are Llaima Volcano, Sierra Nevada, and the rugged landscapes made up by great lava accumulations. Also, an important contribution to the landscape is its great forest mass, with araucarias and other remarkable species, as well as its lagoons with their pure, crystalline waters.

There is an abrupt transition between vegetation and volcanic slags in Arcoiris lagoon. The road continues through the so-called "Moon Valley", which, just like its northern homonym, is dry and desolate but not as spectacular. In the distance you will see hills covered with vegetation and the spectacular Llaima volcano.

Laguna Verde (Green Lagoon) and its green waters are drained through Truful-Truful river, which takes its name from the Truful-Truful waterfalls, located near the park's entrance.

Even though spring and summer are the best seasons to visit the park, one of the main attractions in winter is Las Araucarias Ski Center, located on the west side of Llaima volcano. It has two chairlifts, a cafeteria, ski lessons, equipment rental, and accommodation in refuges.

What to do

• Skiing
• Fishing
• Swimming
• Mountaineering
• Excursions
• Flora and fauna observation
• Sightseeing
• Boat rides
• Environmental information

Trails

Los Carpinteros Trail: in its 5 kms (3 mi) long, it passes through coihue, araucaria and lenga forests leading to Captrén lagoon. It is a beautiful spot, but swimming or sailing is not allowed. In this trail you will see the beautiful "Araucaria Madre", a tree with a 2 mt diameter trunk.
Sierra Nevada Trail: in its 10 kms (6 mi) you will see several types of forest varying according to their altitude. It also offers excellent views of Lake Conguillío, Llaima Volcano and some glaciers.
Las Araucarias Self-guided Educational Trail: it is equipped with 12 stations offering information and photos in pannels. The trail passes through an araucaria forest. Duration: 1 hour.
Las Vertientes Educational Trail: 800 meters (2,624 ft) long. Several underground water brooks spring up along the way.
Cañadon del Truful – Truful Educational Trail: 600 meters (1,968 ft) long, a tour revealing the area's geological history.
Cerro Colorado Educational Trail: 3 kilometers (1.8 MI) long. It bypasses the west side of the Llaima Volcano, alowing you to observe the Central Valley and its slag heaps.