Argentina Laguna del Caminante, Tierra del Fuego
Laguna del Caminante is a remote alpine lagoon near Ushuaia, reached via one of the most challenging and rewarding hikes in southern Patagonia. The trail leads through dense lenga forests, vast peat bogs, and over exposed mountain passes, offering constantly changing landscapes and a true wilderness experience.
Photography Tips
Use some trees near the campsite for a bit more foreground that gives your image more depth.
Another good option is to get the sun in your picture. If you want to get it as a star close your aperture.
Another good option is to get the sun in your picture. If you want to get it as a star close your aperture.
Travel Information
With a total distance of up to 25 km and demanding terrain, the hike is best suited for experienced trekkers and is often completed over two days with a campsite at the lagoon. Its untouched setting, dramatic scenery, and low visitor numbers make it a hidden gem for those seeking solitude at the end of the world.
At the laguna itself its allowed to camp there. Make sure you check the weather conditions before.
At the laguna itself its allowed to camp there. Make sure you check the weather conditions before.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Nearly no other people
Best Timing
Sunrise in summer
Sunrise & Sunset
09:47 - 17:16
| current local time: 06:36
Photo Themes
camp
camping
Hiking
Hiking Trail
Lake
Mountain
Mountain Lake
Mountain Panorama
Mountain Range
Mountain Valley
Mountain View
Mountainscape
Rocky Mountains
tent
trek
trekking
Locations
Patagonia
Ushuaia
Laguna del Caminante
Tierra del Fuego
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