Peaks
Cerro Grande
2,751 m
Park geography
Detailed spatial analysis of regional boundaries, terrain elevation, and glacial features.
Comprehensive Geographic Profile of Bernardo O'Higgins National Park in Chile
Examine the physical geography of Bernardo O'Higgins National Park, spanning the Aysén and Magallanes regions of Chile. This profile details the park boundary, which covers over 35,000 square kilometers, and provides data on its mountain terrain, elevation peaks, and associated glaciers including Glaciar Exmouth and Glaciar Calvo.
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Chile's largest protected area, guarding the Southern Patagonian Ice Field and some of the continent's most dramatic glacial landscapes
Bernardo O'Higgins National Park
Bernardo O'Higgins National Park is the largest protected area in Chile, encompassing a vast expanse of 3,525,901 hectares across the Aysén and Magallanes regions in the country's far southern territory. The park derives its name from Bernardo O'Higgins, the first head of state of the Republic of Chile, honoring the nation's founding father in whose name this extraordinary wilderness has been preserved. The park encompasses a dramatic portion of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, the world's third-largest ice cap, and protects some of the most spectacular mountain and glacial scenery in the southern hemisphere outside of Antarctica.
- Location
- Chile
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1969
- Area
- 35,259 km²
- Highest point
- 3,607 m
Location overview
Administrative divisions across Aysén and Magallanes regions
Geographic Location of Bernardo O'Higgins National Park in Chile
Bernardo O'Higgins National Park spans the Aysén and Magallanes regions of southern Chile. Regional data profiles clarify the administrative divisions and geographic placement of the protected territory.
- Countries
- Chile
- Regions
- Aysén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region
- Primary location
- Aysén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region
Boundary and coordinates
Visualizing the geographic extent and estimated 35,259 square kilometer area
Bernardo O'Higgins National Park Boundary Map and Spatial Limits
Interactive boundary mapping offers essential spatial context for Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. Geographic records clarify the estimated 35,259 square kilometer area alongside coordinate limits and center points.
- Boundary area
- 44,434.9 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 1,691.1 km
- Northernmost point
- 47.9161° S
- Southernmost point
- 51.6538° S
- Easternmost point
- 72.9935° W
- Westernmost point
- 75.7308° W
- Geographic centre
- 49.5275° S, 74.1896° W
- North–south span
- 415.7 km
- East–west span
- 197.1 km
Elevation and terrain
Explore recorded mountain peaks and elevation data within the park terrain
Bernardo O'Higgins National Park Mountain Terrain and Elevation Summary
Review the recorded elevation summary featuring a highest point of thirty-six hundred meters across the mountain terrain. Examine the linked natural feature cards to inspect specific peak names, types, and spatial relationships.
- Highest point
- 3,607 m
Selected named natural features
Mountain saddles
Paso Marconi
Bays
Bahía Doña Elvira
Capes
Punta Edelmira
Islands
Isla Adolfo
Peaks
Cerro Marcela
Environmental setting
Subpolar climate classifications and dominant water presence across mountain relief
Bernardo O'Higgins National Park Environmental Classification and Physical Setting
Recorded environmental classifications provide structured categories for interpreting the physical setting of Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. Associated atlas destinations connect these stored metrics to broader geographic contexts.
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Subpolar
- Water
- Water-dominated
Park atlas
Map the regional spread of national parks and conserved wilderness areas adjacent to this vast Patagonian territory.
Bernardo O'Higgins National Park: Compare Nearby Protected Areas and Patagonian Landscapes
From Bernardo O'Higgins National Park, browse other protected areas, national parks, and key conservation landscapes that share its extreme Patagonian geography and glacial environment. This curated selection allows for direct comparison of their unique wilderness characteristics, mapped terrain features, and regional protected-area significance.
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Explore the mapped geography and protected area boundaries.
Kawésqar National Park is a key national park entity situated within the Magallanes and Chilean Antártica Region, contributing to the protected landscape of southern Chile. This atlas-focused profile details the park's geographic scope and its significance as a designated protected area. It serves as an entry point for understanding the mapped terrain and regional park context, crucial for structured geographic discovery.
- Area
- 28,425.3 km²
- Established
- 1969
- IUCN
- IV
- Visitors
- 1.7K annual
National parkArgentina
Park boundaries overlap#2 closest
East
Los Glaciares National Park: Argentinian National Park with Patagonian Ice Fields
Explore glacial terrain and iconic Andes peaks.
Los Glaciares National Park is a vast protected area in Argentina, dominated by a massive Patagonian ice cap and numerous descending glaciers, including the renowned Perito Moreno Glacier. Its dramatic landscape of ice fields, glacial lakes, and towering granite spires like Mount Fitz Roy provides critical context for understanding regional geography and the formation of glacial terrain. This park exemplifies the unique protected ecosystems of the southern Andes, offering rich detail for atlas-based discovery.
- Area
- 7,269.27 km²
- Established
- 1937
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 688.8K annual
National parkMagallanes Region
Park boundaries overlap#3 closest
Southeast
Torres del Paine National Park: National Park Protected Area Geography
Explore mapped protected landscapes and regional context.
Torres del Paine National Park represents a distinct protected landscape within Chile's Magallanes Region, offering valuable insights for geographic discovery and atlas exploration. This national park's mapped boundaries and unique terrain contribute to a comprehensive understanding of its protected status and environmental context. MoriAtlas provides structured data to explore the park's geography, landscape features, and its role as a vital protected natural area for detailed study.
- Area
- 1,814.14 km²
- Established
- 1959
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 304.9K annual
National parkAysén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region
30 km away#4 closest
North
Laguna San Rafael National Park: Explore its Mapped Boundaries and Patagonian Landscape
A National Park within Aysén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region.
Laguna San Rafael National Park stands as a key protected area within the vast geography of the Aysén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region. This entry provides an atlas-focused perspective, detailing the park's geographic significance, mapped natural landscapes, and its role as a vital conservation territory. Understand how this national park fits into the broader context of Patagonia's unique terrain and protected areas.
- Area
- 17,420 km²
- Established
- 1959
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
National parkArgentina
54 km away#5 closest
Northeast
Perito Moreno National Park: Argentina's Expansive Patagonian Protected Landscape
Explore its mapped terrain and significant protected area geography.
Perito Moreno National Park stands as a cornerstone of Argentinian conservation, safeguarding over 126,000 hectares of striking Patagonian mountain wilderness. This national park protects a rare ecological transition zone, blending wet Andean forests with dry steppe environments across its dramatic amphitheater-like terrain and dual-watershed hydrography. Its mapped boundaries encompass significant natural geography, offering a clear atlas view of protected Patagonian landscapes.
- Area
- 1,268.3 km²
- Established
- 1937
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
National parkAysén Region
122 km away#6 closest
North
Patagonia National Park, Chile: Exploring Protected Landscape and Regional Geography
Mapped boundaries and natural terrain in Aysén Region.
Patagonia National Park, situated within the Aysén Region of Chile, serves as a significant protected area offering rich opportunities for atlas-based geographic exploration. This national park's specific landscape identity and mapped boundaries provide a clear focal point for understanding regional conservation and natural terrain. Discover the geographic context of this protected land and its place within the broader landscape of southern Chile through structured data and map exploration.
- Area
- 3,045.28 km²
- Established
- 2018
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
National parkArgentina
About 184 km away#7 closest
Northeast
Patagonia National Park: A National Park Protecting the Argentine Patagonian Steppe Landscape
Explore the mapped boundaries of this semi-arid grassland ecosystem.
Patagonia National Park is a protected national park in Argentina established to preserve the representative Patagonian steppe ecosystem. Covering 528.11 square kilometers, it offers a deep dive into the unique semi-arid grassland environment, known for its rolling plains and wind-shaped terrain. This park provides crucial context for understanding the broader geography of southern Argentina and the conservation of its distinctive natural landscapes.
- Area
- 528.11 km²
- Established
- 2015
- IUCN
- II
- Climate
- Arid
Protected areaSanta Cruz Province
About 222 km away#8 closest
Northeast
Cueva de las Manos: Protected Area and Geological Landscapes in Santa Cruz Province
Archaeological mapping in the Pinturas River Canyon
Situated in the deep ravines of the Pinturas River Canyon, Cueva de las Manos is a primary protected area illustrating the intersection of prehistoric human activity and Patagonian geology. This site serves as a vital anchor for regional archaeology, featuring rock art layered across volcanic cliff walls that define the unique topography of northwestern Santa Cruz Province.
- Area
- 6 km²
- Established
- 1999
- Visitors
- 8K annual
- Relief
- Upland
MoriAtlas Explorer
Continue Exploring Bernardo O'Higgins National Park's Protected Landscape
Delve deeper into the geographic context of Bernardo O'Higgins National Park, understanding its relation to the Southern Patagonian Ice Field and the remote terrain of southern Chile. This atlas-focused exploration reveals the park's mapped boundaries and unique glacial features, offering a structured perspective on this immense protected area and its surrounding natural landscapes.
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