Basic ecotouristic information on Alerce Costero National Park (Chile) - localization, access, characteristic, fauna and flora, possible activities.
Localization
South Chile, 137 km south of Valdivia, 49 km west of La Union
Access
Easy. First access: south entrance from the town of Santa Elisa in the commune of La Unión to the La Romaza area,. The road is in good condition and suitable for all vehicles. Second access: entrance via route T-80 from La Unión to the Alto Mirador area. The gravel road is in good condition and is suitable for all vehicles.
Characteristic
240 km2; Mountainous area of Cordillera Pelada with altitude from the sea level to 1,048 meters. The unique ecosystem of the southern Chilean Coast Range and Valdivian temperate rain forest makes this a priority site for biodiversity conservation. The main features of the park are the ancient Fitzroya trees, some of which are up to three thousand years old, especially in the southern area of the park. The park has a rainy temperate climate, with rains all year round. Temperatures ranging from being 17.2°C in January and the 7.6°C in July. Typical ecosystems: temperate zone forests (Valdivian temperate rain forest), freshwater ecosystems.
Fauna + Flora
Species List - See the Attachment Below
(Species list may not be complete)
Possible activities
Very good conditions for hiking - more than 100 km of trails.
Horseback riding, mountain biking.