Greater Patagonian Trail Section 23: Parque Nacional Lago Puelo vs Sendero Laguna de los Tres
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Greater Patagonian Trail Section 23: Parque Nacional Lago Puelo | Sendero Laguna de los Tres | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 57 mi92 km | 7.2 mi12 km |
| Elevation gain | 7,966 ft2,428 m | 2,776 ft846 m |
| Typical duration | 5 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | Local |
| Country | Argentina | Argentina |
| Best time to hike | Best from January to February | Best months: January, February, November |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Greater Patagonian Trail Section 23: Parque Nacional Lago Puelo vs Sendero Laguna de los Tres: which should you hike?
At 57 mi92 km, Greater Patagonian Trail Section 23: Parque Nacional Lago Puelo is the longer route — roughly 50 mi81 km more than Sendero Laguna de los Tres (7.2 mi12 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Sendero Laguna de los Tres is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.