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La Campana National Park
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This park is one
of the most unique and representative areas of the country's central
zone. Situated in the middle of the coastal mountain range,
it was created in 1967 and occupies a surface area of 8000 hectares
(17,600 acres). A significant aspect is that it has one of the
last remaining Chilean palm forests, a species which is in danger
of extinction. Other attractions include the peaks of the La Campana
(ideal for climbing) and El Roble hills; ruins of old settlements,
remains of past mine operations, and beautiful and interesting
trails for hiking year-round.
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Location
Valparaíso region, 1 km northeast of Olmué. Valparaíso
is 60 km (37 mi) to the east and Santiago 160km (100
MI) to the south.
Location
How to get there
Santiago-Olmué:
by land, public or private transportation. There are
two ways to reach Olmué. The first is by Ruta 5 Norte
(north), then Ruta 60, arriving at Limache and Olmué
(the road is paved all the way). For the second, take
the Ruta 5 Norte and then the turn to Til-Til (the road
is paved up to this point) continuing several miles
to Olmué on a gravel road.
Santiago-Ocoa: take Ruta 5 Norte, take the turn at kilometer
100, follow for 12.5 km (8 MI) and you will find the
entrance to the park.
See Transportation
When to go
Year round.
Other nearby attractions
Santa Clara island
Activities
Trekking,
mountaineering, wildlife observation, photography. Activities
Section
Climate
This area has a Mediterranean climate, but
is also affected by its proximity to the coast and the
presence of coastal fog. The summer can be very hot
with an annual temperature averaging 13.8°C (57°F).
There is rain in the winter months, and it is common
to see the highest peaks covered in snow.
Services
Accommodations,
transportation, Conaf.
Admission Fee
Adults: $1,500 Chilean
Pesos (Convert
to US Dollars).
Children: $500 Chilean Pesos (Convert
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