Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días)
Bariloche's great traverse: 4 days and 46 km linking Refugio Frey, San Martín (Jakob), Manfredo Segre (Laguna Negra) and López, crossing more than 7 ridges and valleys between Villa Catedral and Colonia Suiza. Demanding — good weather and prior high-mountain experience required.
- Difficulty: Hard
- Distance: 46 km
- Duration: 4 days
- Elevation gain: 3200 m
- Max altitude: 1900 m
- Best season: Dec – Mar
- Trailhead: Base Cerro Catedral (Bariloche)
- Park / area: Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi, Río Negro
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días) trek take?
Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días) takes 4 days to complete, covering 46 km with 3200 m of elevation gain, rated hard.
Is Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días) suitable for beginners?
Not for beginners: Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días) is rated hard and requires prior mountain experience and solid fitness.
Do I need a permit to hike Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días)?
No, Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días) doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días)?
The recommended season is Dec – Mar. Sliabh’s map shows current daylight hours and a live weather/solar panel for the exact trailhead.
Can I camp along Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días)?
Yes, camping is allowed along this route (check current park regulations before you go).
Where does the Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días) trailhead start?
The trailhead is at Base Cerro Catedral (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 Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días)?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Circuito de los 4 Refugios (4 días), so it works with no signal on the trail.
Nahuel Huapi National Park · Hiking in Northern Patagonia