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Gain panoramic views from the summit of Cerro Colorado on a guided full-day trek from San Martín de los Andes. Expect lenga forests, volcanic rock near the crest, and sweeping views of Lake Lacar and Lanín Volcano.
Gain panoramic views from the summit of Cerro Colorado on a guided full-day trek from San Martín de los Andes. Expect lenga forests, volcanic rock near the crest, and sweeping views of Lake Lacar and Lanín Volcano.
A cool morning wind pushes through lenga trunks as the minivan peels out of San Martín de los Andes and the town shrinks behind you. The trailhead opens to a ribbon of packed earth that climbs into a high lenga forest; trunks grey and fluted, Colihue reedbeds whispering at the understory. As you gain slope the trees thin, the sky widens, and Cerro Colorado begins to wear its 360-degree viewpoint like a crown.
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Operated by Tangol · San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén
A cool morning wind pushes through lenga trunks as the minivan peels out of San Martín de los Andes and the town shrinks behind you. The trailhead opens to a ribbon of packed earth that climbs into a high lenga forest; trunks grey and fluted, Colihue reedbeds whispering at the understory. As you gain slope the trees thin, the sky widens, and Cerro Colorado begins to wear its 360-degree viewpoint like a crown.
The volcano itself is extinct, part of the Andean foothills shaped by Pleistocene volcanism and glacial sculpting. Expect rocky outcrops and volcanic breccia near the crest and long views across the Lacar Basin: Lake Lacar, Chapelco’s ridgeline, Lago Lolog and, on clear days, the cone of Lanín Volcano far to the east. Local guides point out medicinal lenga uses and the region’s Mapuche heritage while sharing practical geology—how lava flows and glaciers chiselled these slopes.
Practically, the outing is a full day: roughly 3 hours up over mixed forest and open scree, then a return and transfers amounting to six to eight hours total. The guide manages pacing, navigation and basic first aid; you must bring lunch, adequate water, sunscreen and layered clothing. In winter the route can require snowshoes and crampon-aware travel; in summer the trail bakes quickly and shade is limited above the treeline.
This is a hike for steady hikers who want panoramic reward for steady effort: bring boots with grip, a wind layer, and a curiosity about the geology and human stories that shape this volcano’s slopes.
moderate.
6–8 hours.
Suitable for hikers with moderate fitness who can sustain steady uphill walking for ~3 hours and handle uneven terrain.
Expect about 3 hours to reach the summit with a total outing of 6–8 hours including transfers; the summit is roughly 1,778 m (5,833 ft) above sea level, with several hundred meters of ascent depending on the exact trailhead.
Yes—pickup and drop-off from centrally located San Martín de los Andes hotels is included; if outside the service area a nearby meeting point will be confirmed.
Minimum age is 12 years; children should be comfortable with sustained uphill hiking and variable terrain.
Tours have a 24-hour full refund cancellation policy; operators may adjust departure times or substitute routes for safety, but stormy conditions can lead to rescheduling.
The Cerro Colorado area reflects Andean volcanic activity and long human presence; the Mapuche people inhabited and traveled these valleys long before modern trails were established.
Trails pass through sensitive lenga forests—stick to established paths, pack out all waste and avoid disturbing ground vegetation to limit erosion and habitat damage.
Tangol operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A cool morning wind pushes through lenga trunks as the minivan peels out of San Martín de los Andes and the town shrinks behind you. The trailhead opens to a ribbon of packed earth that climbs into a high lenga forest; trunks grey and fluted, Colihue reedbeds whispering at the understory. As you gain slope the trees thin, the sky widens, and Cerro Colorado begins to wear its 360-degree viewpoint like a crown.
A cool morning wind pushes through lenga trunks as the minivan peels out of San Martín de los Andes and the town shrinks behind you. The trailhead opens to a ribbon of packed earth that climbs into a high lenga forest; trunks grey and fluted, Colihue reedbeds whispering at the understory. As you gain slope the trees thin, the sky widens, and Cerro Colorado begins to wear its 360-degree viewpoint like a crown.
The volcano itself is extinct, part of the Andean foothills shaped by Pleistocene volcanism and glacial sculpting. Expect rocky outcrops and volcanic breccia near the crest and long views across the Lacar Basin: Lake Lacar, Chapelco’s ridgeline, Lago Lolog and, on clear days, the cone of Lanín Volcano far to the east. Local guides point out medicinal lenga uses and the region’s Mapuche heritage while sharing practical geology—how lava flows and glaciers chiselled these slopes.
Practically, the outing is a full day: roughly 3 hours up over mixed forest and open scree, then a return and transfers amounting to six to eight hours total. The guide manages pacing, navigation and basic first aid; you must bring lunch, adequate water, sunscreen and layered clothing. In winter the route can require snowshoes and crampon-aware travel; in summer the trail bakes quickly and shade is limited above the treeline.
This is a hike for steady hikers who want panoramic reward for steady effort: bring boots with grip, a wind layer, and a curiosity about the geology and human stories that shape this volcano’s slopes.