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Category: Tierra del Fuego National Park

Tierra del Fuego National Park: a natural paradise at the end of the world
Tierra del Fuego National Park is a national park of Argentina located in the province of Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and the South Atlantic Islands, in the southwestern corner of the Argentine portion of the Big Island of Tierra del Fuego, about 12 km west of the city of Ushuaia.
The park was created on October 15, 1960 and has an area of ​​630 km². It is made up of a great variety of landscapes, from lenga and coihue forests to mountains, lakes and rivers.
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What to do in Tierra del Fuego National Park
Tierra del Fuego National Park offers a wide variety of activities for tourists, from hiking and camping to bird and wildlife watching.
Hiking
The park has a network of trails of different levels of difficulty. The most popular trails are the Sendero Costero , which runs along the coast of the Beagle Channel, and the Sendero del Mirador Lapataia , which offers panoramic views of the park.
Camping
The park has two campsites, Camping Lapataia and Camping Laguna Verde . Camping Lapataia is the most popular and is located on the banks of the Beagle Channel. Camping Laguna Verde is located in a lenga forest and offers views of Laguna Verde.
Bird watching
The park is an important refuge for birds. Among the species that can be observed are the Andean condor, the steamer duck, the black-necked swan and the Magellanic penguin.
Wildlife observation
The park is also a good place to observe wildlife. Among the animals that can be seen are the guanaco, the red fox, the pudú and the beaver.

What to see in Tierra del Fuego National Park
In addition to trails and outdoor activities, the park has a number of tourist attractions.
Lapataia Bay
Lapataia Bay is the entrance to the park. It is a quiet and beautiful place, with views of the Beagle Channel.
Acigami Lake or Former Roca Lake
Lake Acigami or Ex Roca is a glacial lake located inside the park. It is a quiet and beautiful place, ideal for fishing and hiking.

How to get to Tierra del Fuego National Park
Tierra del Fuego National Park is located about 12 km west of the city of Ushuaia. You can get there by car, bus or taxi.
By rented or own car , you can take National Route 3 to the access to the park.
By bus, you can take city bus 12 from the city of Ushuaia to the access to the park.
By taxi, you can take a taxi from the city of Ushuaia to the access to the park.
or with tourism agencies reserving the tour
Entrance fee to Tierra del Fuego National Park
The entrance to the Tierra del Fuego National Park has a cost depending on the time of year, you can see the values ​​on its official website.
Tips for visiting Tierra del Fuego National Park

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes . The park has a wide variety of trails, some of which are steep and require physical effort.
Bring water and snacks. There aren’t many places to buy food or water in the park.
Be careful with wildlife. The animals in the park are wild and can be dangerous.
Respect the environment. Do not leave trash or damage the park’s flora and fauna.