Laguna Capri — El Chaltén
Ideal as a first trail in El Chaltén or an acclimatization day. Shares its start with the Fitz Roy trail; at km 3.5 take the right fork up to Laguna Capri (840 masl), which mirrors Fitz Roy on windless days.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 12.3 km
- Duration: 3–5 hours
- Elevation gain: 419 m
- Max altitude: 840 m
- Best season: Nov – Mar
- Trailhead: Final Av. San Martín, El Chaltén (49°20'13"S / 72°53'44"W)
- Park / area: Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Laguna Capri — El Chaltén trek take?
Laguna Capri — El Chaltén takes 3–5 hours to complete, covering 12.3 km with 419 m of elevation gain, rated easy.
Is Laguna Capri — El Chaltén suitable for beginners?
Yes, Laguna Capri — El Chaltén is rated easy and is a good choice for someone new to hiking.
Do I need a permit to hike Laguna Capri — El Chaltén?
No, Laguna Capri — El Chaltén doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Laguna Capri — El Chaltén?
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 Laguna Capri — El Chaltén trailhead start?
The trailhead is at Final Av. San Martín, El Chaltén (49°20'13"S / 72°53'44"W), in Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, Santa Cruz province. Sliabh’s 3D map and downloadable GPX track show the exact starting point.
Can I download an offline map or GPX track for Laguna Capri — El Chaltén?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Laguna Capri — El Chaltén, so it works with no signal on the trail.
Los Glaciares National Park · Hiking in Southern Patagonia