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Yerba Loca Natural Sanctuary
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This Sanctuary has small forests
of both native and introduced species which, added to the variety
of birds and the imposing mountains that dominate the landscape,
are what give the life and individuality to this place.
It is in the "Villa Paulina" sector where we find the small
forests of ciprés de la cordillera, pino oregón,
álamo, olmo and fresno. All of these species were introduced
by the previous inhabitants of this area and also by Conaf, the
organization now in charge of its administration and protection.
Surrounding the marshy valley of Yerba Loca, there are two lines
of hills. The main heights are the hills of El Altar and Los Piches
at 5.222 and 4.274 msnm respectively, making this an attractive
destination for mountaineers.
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Location
Metropolitan region, at curve
15 on the road to Farellones. Location
How to get there
Leave Santiago towards the East (Oriente
Avda. Kennedy and Avda. Las Condes ), take the road
to Farellones. The way is totally paved. The entrance
to the sanctuary is at curve Nº 15, from this point
to the Villa Paulina sector, the four kilometers are
unpaved and in medium condition. See
Transport
When to go
All year round.
Other nearby attractions
Farellones
Activities
Trekking, mountaineering, wildlife
observation, photography, horse-riding, ice-climbing.
Activities
Section
Climate
Lack of rain, in winter this comes in the
form of snow, which is permanent in small areas until
the spring. The average annual temperature is 14.4°C
until an altitude of 1.500 meters above sea level. At
higher altitudes, the temperature drops.
Services
Camping, Conaf wardens.
Price
Adults
CLP $1.500 (in
USD) Childrens $500 (in
USD)
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