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Nordenskjold Lake

TIME : 2016/2/22 10:09:54
Nordenskjold Lake

Nordenskjold Lake

In the early 20th century, Swedish explorer Otto Nordenskjold discovered a blue alpine lake that would later be named after him. Located within Torres del Paine National Park, the lake is famous for its beautifully colored waters, as well as its outfall, the Salto Grande waterfall.
While the national park is famous for its multi-day hiking circuits, visitors can make a shorter, easier day hike to Mirador Nordenskjold, an overlook offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. The trail passes through fields of wildflowers in the spring, and it also brings hikers up close to the Salto Grande waterfall.

Practical Info

Find the trailhead to Mirador Nordenskjold near the catamaran marina in Pudeto.