"The Land of the Fire" Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego by andal13

Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego Travel Guide: 25 reviews and 36 photos

The forest - Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego

La Tierra del Fuego

The National Park takes a large area of the Big Island of Tierra del Fuego: 63.000 hectares, of which only 2.000 are open to the public; all the rest is dedicated to scientific research. This is the southernmost National Park, and the only Argentinian N P with seacoast (it is situated by the Beagle Channel).
Tierra del Fuego (Land of Fire) is the name of an archipelago shared between Argentina and Chile. It was "discovered" by Fernando de Magallanes in 1520, and he named the place as "land of smoke" or "land of fire", because of the campfires of the natives Selk'Nam or Ona. This Terra Incognita kept uncharted for the white men during centuries; nowadays, there are not any natives... Only the majestic forest still remains.

El Parque Nacional ocupa un área enorme de la Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego: 63.000 hectáreas, de las cuales sólo 2.000 están abiertas al púublico; todo el resto está dedicado a la investigación. Es el Parque Nacional ubicado más al sur, y el único P N argentino con costa marítima (está situado a orillas del Canal de Beagle).
Tierra del Fuego es el nombre de un archipiélago compartido entre Argentina y Chile. Fue "descubierto" por Fernando de Magallanes en 1520, y el llamó al lugar como "tierra del humo" o "tierra del fuego", debido a las fogatas encendidas por los nativos Selk'Nam u Ona. Esta Terra Incognita permaneció inexplorada por el hombre blanco durante siglos; en nuestros días, ya no quedan nativos... Sólo permanecen los bosques majestuosos.

Last visit to Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego: Jan 2004
Intro Updated Feb 3, 2004
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Reviews (23)

Ticket to hike - Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego

Do not forget... Things to Do (12)

Do not forget to pay! The National Parks need our contribution; the entrance fee is 12 Argentinian pesos for foreigners... more travel advice

Lake Roca shore - Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego

Wild Nature Favorites (1)

Walking down those wandering paths, under those high trees... The fresh air from the lake and bays... The magnificence... more travel advice

Campground - Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego

Campground Hotels (1)

I was only one day at the National Park, so I did not spend the night there, but I know there are five free campgrounds... more travel advice

The Train at the End of the World - Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego

The Train at the End of the World Transportation (3)

As I told you in the "must see activities" this modern train (Ferrocarril Austral Fueguino) remembers the ancient... more travel advice

Comments (16)

Aurorae Jan 17, 2005 at 11:14 AM Report Abuse

Tiera del Fuego es mi gran sueño, quisiera visitarlo lo más pronto posible! Que linda pagina tienes, como simepre. Saludos de Belgrado, Jelena
chaistarr Nov 23, 2004 at 7:45 PM Report Abuse

I've always wanted to go to Tierra Del Fuego1 Your travel page makes me want to go more!
kyoub Nov 17, 2004 at 3:51 PM Report Abuse

This is a great page. Very interesting tips. I am anxious ride on the train.
alza Nov 14, 2004 at 3:10 PM Report Abuse

very good info, thanks! I love the mountain peaks in the background. And that little train too! :-)
Bwana_Brown Jul 20, 2004 at 4:31 PM Report Abuse

Thanks for the excellent 'walk' through the Parque!! Beautiful photos and great tips too. Yes, we have lots of those pesky dam-building beavers here in New Brunswick as well !
manuelEB May 9, 2004 at 7:52 PM Report Abuse

El fuego de tus lindos ojos... Llamen a los bomberos!!!
mrclay2000 Feb 17, 2004 at 9:54 PM Report Abuse

Were there any great big animals besides the little beavers? I don't know whether I like a park like this more or less than the glacier bay page.
globetrott Feb 12, 2004 at 4:29 PM Report Abuse

What a great scenery and excellent pics ! I did not know there is a train going to the end of the world ...;-)
Hexepatty Feb 7, 2004 at 8:40 PM Report Abuse

"Beaver's Dike" --- hmmm. No Comment. But other than that play on words, your tips and photos are amazing. Gracias, Princess!
pepples46 Feb 7, 2004 at 12:51 AM Report Abuse

beautiful I am so glad you made the trip and share with us. thank you Andrea