Tierra del Fuego National Park Day Trip from Ushuaia: Hiking, Lakes & The Train of the End of the World
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short, easy hikes and standing at viewpoints rather than sustained uphill trekking.
Overview
A compact, accessible day trip from Ushuaia that delivers subantarctic forests, peat bogs, glassy lakes and an optional ride on the historic Train of the End of the World. Expect 5–6 hours of easy walking, panoramic stops, and a front-row look at Fuegian geology and wildlife.
Tierra del Fuego National Park Day Trip from Ushuaia: Hiking, Lakes & The Train of the End of the World
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A low-slung bus slips out of Ushuaia before dawn and the city thins to whiskey-colored houses and salt-scoured piers. Within twenty minutes the road drops into a bowl of subantarctic forest: gnarled lengas and coihues lean into the wind, peat-smelling air clinging to jackets. The guide points to the ribbon of the Beagle Channel, then to the scarred wetlands where beaver dams have reworked the shoreline. This is Tierra del Fuego National Park — an unvarnished frontier where water dares you to read its mood and the forest keeps its own slow rhythms.
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Adventure Tips
Pack layered windproof clothing
Weather shifts quickly—bring a breathable midlayer and a windproof shell to stay comfortable during exposed shoreline stops.
Bring local cash for the park fee
The National Park entrance fee is not included and payment options vary; have Argentine pesos or a card ready at the ranger station.
Sturdy waterproof footwear
Trails include peat bogs and boardwalks; waterproof hiking shoes prevent wet socks and keep traction steady.
Reserve the train in advance if desired
The Train of the End of the World is optional and runs one-way only—book ahead if you want that historic ride included.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Southern beaver (introduced)
- Guanaco
History
Tierra del Fuego National Park was established in 1960 to protect the southernmost beech forests and coastal ecosystems; the area also bears traces of the Yámana and Selk'nam peoples.
Conservation
Invasive beavers have drastically altered wetland ecology; park management emphasizes staying on trails, packing out waste, and supporting local conservation efforts.
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Recommended Gear
Waterproof hiking boots
Keeps feet dry on peat and near the lake shores.
Windproof shell jacket
Protects from sudden gusts off the Beagle Channel.
Daypack with water and snacks
Carry water, camera, park fee and layers for a comfortable half-day trip.
Camera with polarizing filter
Helps manage reflections on the lakes and deepens sky contrast for landscape shots.
summer specific