Camping in San Martin de los Andes

Sleeping under the stars, in contact with nature just a few streets from the city center, is possible at authorized campsite locations for tents and campers.

Officially recognized campsites are one of the many options for tourists in San Martín de los Andes. Camping has become an increasingly popular holiday style, enabling visitors to sail lakes, discover beaches or walk in the surrounding woods.

A few streets from the main square, Automóvil Club Argentino campsite has different areas allocated to campers, tents and groups of backpackers. Although bathing is not allowed in its stream, it is a welcome, relaxing sound. Its trees provide ample shade. Despite its proximity to the city center, it is silent at night. It has fire rings, electricity and 24 hour service.

On the road from San Martín to Junín de los Andes there are two campsites. Camping del Molino 5 kilometers from the city on Route 40, boasts a wonderful grove which provides welcoming shade on summer days. Its location in a suburban area makes daily shopping really easy. Camping Amigos de la Naturaleza set in a wide valley surrounded by spectacular mountains also has a wooded area. Its main feature is peace and quiet, as it is on a side road with few houses nearby. An ideal spot to relax.

  • Lake Falkner

    Lake Falkner

  • Argentine Automobile Club

    Argentine Automobile Club

  • Catritre

    Catritre

  • The Mill

    The Mill

  • On the banks of Falkner

    On the banks of Falkner

  • Camping Lolen

    Camping Lolen

  • Quila Quina

    Quila Quina

Those who fancy waking up by Lake Lacar and its magical morning mist can camp at Catritre or Villa Quila Quina

The former is nearer the city and both its campsites, Catritre and Lolen are run by the local Mapuche community. There is a wide beach for sunbathing and swimming as well as a kayak ramp. If the weather allows, a coffee shop and restaurant with ample windows offer the chance to have a meal while beholding the lake outside.

The stream must be crossed in order to reach Lolen campsite. There are also cabins equipped with everything visitors need to make their stay comfortable.

Villa Quila Quina is another great choice. In a residential area with abundant vegetation, Camping Quila Quina, one of the oldest, is set by a mountain creek running into the lake. Its fire rings, restrooms and restaurants are top notch. The newer Camping Antgti Lafquen by the lake shore is not as protected from the wind.

When it comes to venturing further away from the city, for a fee, visitors can camp by lakes Falkner and Nonthué. Water activities are extremely popular, as are walks to nearby hills and waterfalls. Swimming, fishing, sailing and trekking are but a few of the recommended activities.

It is common knowledge that Patagonian weather is worth bearing in mind. However, nothing compares to a night by a bonfire, wrapped in warm clothing if need be, or walking out of our tent into the crisp morning air and the smell of wet grass.

Autor Mónica Pons Fotografo Eduardo Epifanio

Contact of the excursion or tour


A.C.A. Ctro Tur San Martín de los Andes

Av. Koessler 2175 (8370) San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén

Tel: +54 2972-429430


Amigos de la Naturaleza

Vega Maipú a 7Km de S.M.A (8370) San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén

Tel: +54 2972-426351


Lolen

Ruta Nacional 234 a 4 Km. de S. M. A. (8370) San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén

Cel: +54 294-4557657


Nuevo Falkner

Ruta 7 Lagos a 40 km. de San Martín de los Andes (8370) San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén

Cel: +54 294-4419927


Nonthué

A 37 Km. de S M de los Andes Paso Internacional Hua Hum (8370) San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén

Tel: +54 2972-429546

How to get hereHow to get here: Camping y Playa Catritre :
Route 40 or 7-Lake Road, 4 kilometers from the city, on the shore of Lake Lácar.

Camping Quila Quina :
In Quila Quina. 6 kilometers along Route 40, right turn and a further 12 kilometers.

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