Piedra Parada Climbing – Esquel

🧗‍♂️A rock colossus in the heart of wild Patagonia

Located in the mystical Cañadón de la Buitrera, about 42 km from National Route 25 and halfway between Esquel and Paso del Sapo, Piedra Parada is a hidden paradise for lovers of climbing, trekking, and immersion in wild nature.

This volcanic monolith of over 200 meters in height, solitary and majestic, rises in the middle of the Patagonian steppe like a geological beacon. Around it, the landscape reveals an ancient collapsed crater more than 25 km in diameter, now transformed into a canyon full of life, history, and silence.

🌍 Why visit Piedra Parada?

• World-class climbing: With over 300 equipped routes for sport and traditional climbing, it is one of the main climbing destinations in South America. Climbers from all over the world visit during the dry season (October to April), drawn by its solid rock, variety of routes, and community atmosphere.

• Trekking and hiking: The Cañadón de la Buitrera is ideal for low to medium difficulty walks. The main trail follows the dry riverbed, winding between giant walls, caves, and unique rock formations. It can be explored self-guided or with a local guide, combining geological interpretation and wildlife watching.

• Camping under the stars: The area has rustic camping spots along the Chubut River. It’s an unforgettable experience: sleeping under clear skies, surrounded by pure nature, with no cell signal and the stone as your only witness.