Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro
From Pampa Linda to the Ventisquero Negro — Monte Tronador's (3,491 m) dark-ice glacier — and on to the Garganta del Diablo lookout. Also reachable by vehicle to the end of the road, with a short 1.4 km trail from there.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Distance: 19 km
- Duration: 6–8 hours
- Elevation gain: 400 m
- Max altitude: 1250 m
- Best season: Dec – Mar
- Trailhead: Pampa Linda (90 km de Bariloche)
- Park / area: Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi, Río Negro
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro trek take?
Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro takes 6–8 hours to complete, covering 19 km with 400 m of elevation gain, rated moderate.
Is Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro suitable for beginners?
Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro is rated moderate: it needs basic fitness and some prior mountain experience, but it isn’t technical.
Do I need a permit to hike Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro?
No, Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro?
The recommended season is Dec – Mar. Sliabh’s map shows current daylight hours and a live weather/solar panel for the exact trailhead.
Where does the Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro trailhead start?
The trailhead is at Pampa Linda (90 km de Bariloche), 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 Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Cerro Tronador — Glaciar Negro, so it works with no signal on the trail.
Nahuel Huapi National Park · Hiking in Northern Patagonia