Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos
A trail to the Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos, a chain of five glacial lakes ringed by lenga forest and snow-capped mountains. One of the most scenic treks near Ushuaia.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Distance: 5.2 km
- Duration: 4–6 hours
- Elevation gain: 420 m
- Max altitude: 600 m
- Best season: Nov – Mar
- Trailhead: Ushuaia (acceso por Ruta J)
- Park / area: Sierra Alvear — Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos trek take?
Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos takes 4–6 hours to complete, covering 5.2 km with 420 m of elevation gain, rated moderate.
Is Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos suitable for beginners?
Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos is rated moderate: it needs basic fitness and some prior mountain experience, but it isn’t technical.
Do I need a permit to hike Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos?
No, Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos?
The recommended season is Nov – Mar. Sliabh’s map shows current daylight hours and a live weather/solar panel for the exact trailhead.
Where does the Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos trailhead start?
The trailhead is at Ushuaia (acceso por Ruta J), in Sierra Alvear — Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego province. Sliabh’s 3D map and downloadable GPX track show the exact starting point.
Can I download an offline map or GPX track for Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Lagunas de los Cinco Hermanos, so it works with no signal on the trail.
Sierra Alvear (Ushuaia) · Hiking in Southern Patagonia