Huemul Glacier
Glaciar Huemul
A glacial lake inside a private estate reserve on the south shore of Lago del Desierto, reached by a forest trail of about 2 hours round trip.
Glaciar Huemul lies inside a private estate reserve on the west side of the southern end of Lago del Desierto. The trail climbs about 300 m through forest to a viewpoint over the glacial lake, where the glacier tongue descends from the valley into the emerald water. The round trip takes about 2–3 hours. An entrance fee is payable to the estate, mainly in cash, and the amount is adjusted each season. It is usually combined with a day trip to Lago del Desierto and is closed in winter.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 09:00–18:00 (per estate)
Nearby sights
- Lago del Desierto
- Piedras Blancas Glacier Viewpoint
- Laguna de los Tres
- Chorrillo del Salto
- Laguna Sucia
- Laguna Capri
- Mount Fitz Roy
- El Chaltén