Lago Roca: Serenity at the Border of Argentina and Chile 🏞️🌄
Located in the western part of Tierra del Fuego National Park, Lago Roca (also known as Acigami Lake) is a peaceful glacial lake surrounded by lenga forests and snow-capped peaks. It's the perfect spot to relax, enjoy a picnic, or start one of the park’s scenic hikes—with views that stretch all the way to the Chilean border.
🕒 Visit Duration: 1 to 3 hours (more if hiking or picnicking).
📏 Activities: Hiking, photography, birdwatching, kayaking, or just relaxing by the lake.
🏞️ Difficulty: Easy access to viewpoints and trails.
📍 Location: 20 km west of Ushuaia, inside Tierra del Fuego National Park.
💵 Entrance Fee: Included with the park ticket.
What Makes It Special:
🌊 A long, calm glacial lake that marks part of the border between Argentina and Chile.
🚶♀️ Starting point for beautiful hikes like Hito XXIV, following the lake’s edge.
🧺 Perfect for a quiet picnic with views of the mountains and forest.
📷 Incredible reflections on the lake on windless days—photographer’s dream.
🦢 Home to birds like cauquenes, ibis, and ducks.
How to Get There from Ushuaia:
🚗 Drive or take a taxi—about 30–40 minutes from the city.
🚌 Many tours to the national park include a stop at Lago Roca.
🚶♂️ Trails are well-marked and mostly flat—great for all ages.