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Cochamó Valley — Chile

Cochamó Valley

The 'Yosemite of South America' — big-wall granite domes and old-growth alerce forest.

Where on earth

Satellite imagery flying in from a world view to Cochamó Valley, Worldwide.

Region
Chile
Country
Worldwide
Biome
Patagonian granite (100–1,600 m)
Best season
November – April
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Patagonian granite (100–1,600 m)
  • Best season: November – April
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

The 'Yosemite of South America' — big-wall granite domes and old-growth alerce forest.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: November – April

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Patagonian granite (100–1,600 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
Patagonian granite (100–1,600 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Cochamó Valley

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Last verified: 1970-01-01