The Top 6 Mountain Passes in Chile
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Chile and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Ascent to John Gardner Pass
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Never estimate this place. Crossed over it Christmas time and it was a real good old snowstorm!
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Hiking Between Lago Nordenskjöld and Cuernos del Paine
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It can be quite windy along the turquoise lake.
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Queulat Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
You have a nice climb here that is straight for a few miles, then turns into a series of switchbacks. If the weather is good, the views of the mountains of Queulat National Park are breathtaking.
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View of Cerro Castillo and Carretera Austral Switchbacks
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This exceptional panorama offers you a view of the Cerro Castillo mountain, recognizable by its sharp peaks. The view also overlooks the serpentine road that faces you and leads to the valley and Villa Cerro Castillo.
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Tapaaca Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Pass at an altitude of 4800 m, at the foot of the Tapaaca volcano
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Portezuelo de Farellones
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At this point you can access several trails, there is also a bicycle maintenance station if someone needs it and drinking fountains for both local animals and plants.
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