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Lago Puelo National Park: A Unique Protected Landscape at the Intersection of Biomes
Explore its glacial terrain and Andean-Patagonian geographic context.
Lago Puelo National Park, located in Argentina's Chubut Province, stands out as a significant protected area due to its remarkable ecological diversity. This park is distinguished by its rare transition zone where the Patagonian forest converges with the Andean steppe, incorporating flora typically found in the Valdivian temperate rainforest. The mountainous landscape, carved by glaciers, features the striking turquoise waters of Puelo Lake and surrounding river systems. Understanding Lago Puelo National Park's geography provides insight into the complex natural systems of Patagonia and its unique protected biomes.
- Area
- 276.74 km²
- Established
- 1971
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain



