Puyehue National Park
National Park Patagonian park with volcanoes, hot springs, and lakes
Puyehue National Park in southern Chile combines volcanoes, lakes and geothermal springs; visitors use hiking trails, the Antillanca ski area and thermal resorts such as Termas de Puyehue.
Puyehue National Park is a protected area in southern Chile’s Andes within the Los Ríos Region that conserves volcanic terrain, temperate rainforest and Andean lakes. It encompasses active volcanic features and geothermal sites.
The park offers mountainous hiking routes, volcanic scenery, and thermal springs used by visitors for bathing and relaxation. A developed ski area and mountain facilities provide winter recreation, while trails and park roads access lakes and viewpoints.
The area has been protected to conserve its native Valdivian temperate rainforest and its volcanic landscape; it has also been shaped by periodic volcanic activity in the Andes. The park contains infrastructure for nature tourism and mountain recreation.
Puyehue National Park lies in the Andean foothills of the Los Ríos Region of Chile, along the border area with Argentina, and spans volcanic peaks, highland lakes and forested slopes.
- Activities: The park includes volcanic landscapes, mountain lakes, thermal springs and a ski area, offering hiking, thermal baths and winter sports depending on season.
- Facilities: Antillanca ski resort and several hot springs are notable visitor facilities within the park boundary.
How to Get to Puyehue National Park #
Puyehue National Park is approximately 70-100 km from Osorno by road; reach it via Route U-72 or by car from Puyehue and surrounding towns. Buses and private shuttles service some access points; check national park information for current routes.
Tips for Visiting Puyehue National Park #
- Bring waterproof layers-the park's weather can change rapidly, and rain is common.
- Stay on marked trails; volcanic terrain and geothermal springs can be hazardous off-route.
- Combine a visit with nearby hot springs (e.g., Termas) for a comfortable, restorative end to a day of hiking.
Best Time to Visit Puyehue National Park #
Summer offers the most accessible trails; spring and autumn provide quieter experiences with variable weather.
Weather & Climate near Puyehue National Park #
Puyehue National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 1°C to 22°C. Heavy rainfall (2343 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (242 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (262 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (370 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (312 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (217 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
