Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 3, 2026

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Parque Nacional Torres del Paine

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209 m

Start of the Torres del Paine Treks

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This is the entrance to Torres del Paine National Park, one of Chile's most spectacular treks. This point marks the starting point of two legendary treks: the W and O treks. Their names reflect the shape of the routes.

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2.19 km

Ascencio River Bridge

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These wooden bridges over the Rio Acencio blend perfectly into the landscape. Adventurous, rustic, and dry, these quaint bridges allow you to cross the mountain river. Don't worry, they're sturdy.

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4.27 km

View of Laguna Amarga

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On the way to the Torres del Paine, the landscape unfolds before you in all its beauty as you climb. Every meter of altitude is rewarded with grandiose nature. Anyone …

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5.11 km

Ascencio Valley

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The Ascencio Valley is the second largest valley in the Torres del Paine massif. The trail that crosses it overlooks the Ascencio River and winds through clumps of flowers that adorn the cliffs down to the riverbed.

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5.71 km

Ascencio River, Bridge 2

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5.74 km

El Chileno Refuge and Campsite

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Mountain hut, camping site, picnic tables, restaurant and toilets. Materials are transported to the hut by horses led by gauchos.

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6.79 km

Panoramic view of the Ascencio Valley

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7.76 km

Trail to Laguna in Torres del Paine National Park

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11.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.02 km

3.91 km

594 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.9 km

460 m

134 m

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Highest point (470 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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