The Lake District Travel Guide

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Hundreds of sapphire lakes lie hidden amid the snow-covered peaks of the Andes on the western frontier with Chile, in what has become the most popular tourist area in Patagonia—the northern Lake District. Despite its growing popularity and accessibility from developed towns like Bariloche and San Martín de los Andes, visitors are constantly amazed at how easy it is to lose yourself in a silent forest, or by a still lake with no houses, no boats, no piers—just you and the natural surroundings.

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The Lake District Hotels

Fodor's local writers visit every hotel we recommend. Look for our discerning Fodor's Choice picks or search by price and location.

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The Lake District Restaurants

Find the best Lake District restaurants in every price category with our top picks.

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Things To Do

Things To Do in The Lake District

Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.

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The Lake District Experiences

  • Top Reasons to Go

    Savage Beauty: One day a lake is silent, a mirror of its surrounding mountains. Another day waves are crashing on its shores, wind tears limbs... Read more

  • Fishing The Lakes

    Fishing season runs November 15-May 1. In some areas, catch-and-release is allowed year-round; catch-and-release is usually compulsory, but in... Read more

  • Chilean Lakes Crossing

    Cruce a Chile por Los Lagos (Chilean Lakes Crossing). The Cruce a Chile por Los Lagos is a unique excursion by land and lakes. You can do the... Read more

  • Beer Sampling

    This region has long been the biggest producer of hops in Argentina, and with a local population dedicated to agricultural pursuits, it's logical... Read more

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