Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez
A short, self-guided walk from the Lago Gutiérrez ranger station: Cascada de los Duendes on the Arroyo Pescadero and, with a 1 km detour, the lake lookout. Great with kids.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 3 km
- Duration: 1–2 hours
- Elevation gain: 80 m
- Max altitude: 880 m
- Best season: year-round
- Trailhead: Seccional de Guardaparques Lago Gutiérrez, Villa Los Coihues
- Park / area: Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi, Río Negro
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez trek take?
Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez takes 1–2 hours to complete, covering 3 km with 80 m of elevation gain, rated easy.
Is Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez suitable for beginners?
Yes, Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez is rated easy and is a good choice for someone new to hiking.
Do I need a permit to hike Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez?
No, Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez?
The recommended season is year-round. Sliabh’s map shows current daylight hours and a live weather/solar panel for the exact trailhead.
Can I camp along Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez?
No, camping is not permitted along this specific route.
Where does the Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez trailhead start?
The trailhead is at Seccional de Guardaparques Lago Gutiérrez, Villa Los Coihues, in Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi, Río Negro province. Sliabh’s 3D map and downloadable GPX track show the exact starting point.
Can I download an offline map or GPX track for Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Cascada de los Duendes y Mirador Lago Gutiérrez, so it works with no signal on the trail.
Nahuel Huapi National Park · Hiking in Northern Patagonia