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The Simpson River Reserve occupies an area of ​​40,452 hectares.

The Simpson River runs west to the Reserve. Its waters are very desirable for those who fly fishing.

The reserve has a rugged relief and peaks over 1,600 meters above sea level, giving rise to valleys and narrow canyons through which its rivers descend. Its vegetation is mainly composed of coigües, strains, apple, plum, cinnamon and toe. In addition to chilco, which is the most abundant shrub in the area.

Among its fauna it is possible to appreciate huemules (endangered), cougars, pudu, fox, güiña, bandurria.



Coihaique is located 1,639 km south of Santiago de Chile and 618 km from Puerto Montt.



There are several alternatives to get to Coihaique:



By plane

There are daily departures from Santiago, some intermediate cities and Punta Arenas. Balmaceda Airport is 55 km away.



Bus

They reach the city via Route 5, Panamericana Sur. There are regular services from Santiago and the regional capitals.



By car

Via the Puerto Montt Southern Highway.



Among the most beautiful places in the park are the Virgin waterfall and the Véu de Novia jump.

Here it is possible to spot small herds of huemules. These, after a long study, have surprisingly regained their confidence in humans.

The snack and camping area is located in the San Sebastián sector, 5 km from the Administration. It has 10 places with sheds, one of which can accommodate 20 people, drinking water and hot showers.

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