Loma del Pliegue Tumbado
A trail south of El Chaltén climbing to the summit of Loma del Pliegue Tumbado (1,528 masl) with an unmatched 360° view: Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, Cerro Adela, and Lago Viedma. Starts at the Park Administration, crossing the RP23 bridge.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Distance: 20.5 km
- Duration: 7–8 hours
- Elevation gain: 1103 m
- Max altitude: 1528 m
- Best season: Nov – Mar
- Trailhead: Administración Parque Nacional Los Glaciares / RP23, El Chaltén
- Park / area: Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Loma del Pliegue Tumbado trek take?
Loma del Pliegue Tumbado takes 7–8 hours to complete, covering 20.5 km with 1103 m of elevation gain, rated moderate.
Is Loma del Pliegue Tumbado suitable for beginners?
Loma del Pliegue Tumbado is rated moderate: it needs basic fitness and some prior mountain experience, but it isn’t technical.
Do I need a permit to hike Loma del Pliegue Tumbado?
No, Loma del Pliegue Tumbado doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Loma del Pliegue Tumbado?
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 Loma del Pliegue Tumbado trailhead start?
The trailhead is at Administración Parque Nacional Los Glaciares / RP23, El Chaltén, 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 Loma del Pliegue Tumbado?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Loma del Pliegue Tumbado, so it works with no signal on the trail.
Los Glaciares National Park · Hiking in Southern Patagonia