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The Lake District

The Lake District Travel Guide

Hundreds of sapphire lakes lie hidden amidst 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 access 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. More »

Top Reasons to Go
Getting Oriented
When to Go

Health & Safety
Getting Here & Around
Visitor Information

Places to Explore

Bariloche
El Bolsón
Parque Nacional Lago Puelo
Parque Nacional Lanín

Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi
San Martín de los Andes
The Seven Lakes Route
Villa La Angostura

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