Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza
A short, easy walk from the Bahía López parking area (km 32 of the Circuito Chico) to a viewpoint over the Brazo Tristeza arm of Lago Nahuel Huapi, with views of Cerro López, Cerro Capilla and Cerro Millaqueo. 3 km round trip, 95 m elevation gain.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 3 km
- Duration: 1–1.5 hours
- Elevation gain: 95 m
- Max altitude: 870 m
- Best season: year-round
- Trailhead: Estacionamiento Bahía López, km 32 del Circuito Chico (junto al Hotel Alun Nehuen)
- Park / area: Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi, Río Negro
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza trek take?
Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza takes 1–1.5 hours to complete, covering 3 km with 95 m of elevation gain, rated easy.
Is Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza suitable for beginners?
Yes, Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza is rated easy and is a good choice for someone new to hiking.
Do I need a permit to hike Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza?
No, Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza?
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 Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza?
No, camping is not permitted along this specific route.
Where does the Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza trailhead start?
The trailhead is at Estacionamiento Bahía López, km 32 del Circuito Chico (junto al Hotel Alun Nehuen), 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 Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Mirador Bahía López — Brazo Tristeza, so it works with no signal on the trail.
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