Todos los Santos Lake
Lake Large Patagonian lake surrounded by forested mountains
In Chile’s Los Lagos region, Lago Todos los Santos lies within Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park beneath volcanic peaks. Boat trips, trout fishing and views of Osorno and Tronador attract day-trippers from Puerto Varas.
Todos los Santos Lake (Lago Todos los Santos) is a glacial Andean lake in Chile’s Los Lagos Region, set within Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park and noted for its clear, often emerald-coloured water and mountain scenery.
The lake’s outlet is the Petrohué River, which cascades through the Petrohué Falls - a frequent excursion for visitors. Boat services and day trips operate on the lake and provide close views of surrounding volcanoes, including Volcán Osorno and Volcán Puntiagudo.
The lake occupies a valley carved by glaciation and is fed by rivers and mountain runoff; its shoreline is sparsely settled, with access concentrated at established visitor points and trailheads.
Todos los Santos Lake is located in the Andean foothills of southern Chile, within the Los Lagos Region and inside the national park that protects the surrounding volcanic landscapes.
- Framed by volcanoes: Located within Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, the lake is framed by the Andes and offers notable views of Volcán Osorno and Volcán Puntiagudo across its basin.
What to See #
- Petrohué Falls and outlet: Salto del Petrohué (Petrohué Falls) lies at the lake's outlet on the Petrohué River and is a primary scenic and visitor access point for the lake.
How to Get to Todos los Santos Lake #
Access points include Petrohué (from Puerto Varas, about 1-1.5 hours by car) and Ensenada. Boat tours depart from these harbors; Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas are the nearest larger towns with transport links.
Tips for Visiting Todos los Santos Lake #
- Take a boat trip from Ensenada or Petrohué to appreciate the lake's islands and waterfalls.
- Combine with a visit to Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park and Petrohué Falls for a fuller day.
- Weather changes fast - pack a waterproof layer for boat or shoreline excursions.
Best Time to Visit Todos los Santos Lake #
Best visited in Chile's summer for boat tours; spring and autumn offer quieter conditions and dramatic skies.
Weather & Climate near Todos los Santos Lake #
Todos los Santos Lake's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 3°C to 23°C. Heavy rainfall (3296 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (238 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (474 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (461 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (486 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (374 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (265 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (193 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm).
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