Smyth Channel, Fjord in Patagonia, Chile
Smyth Channel extends for 96 nautical miles through the Magallanes region, featuring granite mountain ranges and deep waterways connecting to the Strait of Magellan.
British sailors Skyring and Graves named the channel in 1829 to honor naval officer W.H. Smyth during their navigation expeditions in southern Chile.
The Kawésqar people inhabited the coastal areas of Smyth Channel for 6,000 years, establishing their lifestyle along these Patagonian waters.
Navigation through the channel requires attention to wind conditions and tidal currents, with several lighthouses and buoys marking the recommended routes.
The channel contains multiple shipwrecks, including the SS Santa Leonor in Shoal Pass and the remains of steamships Moraleda and Magada.
Location: Patagonia
GPS coordinates: -52.21563,-73.61590
Latest update: March 7, 2025 07:14
Torres del Paine National Park
144.4 km
Perito Moreno Glacier
196.8 km
Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument
99.6 km
Grey Glacier
143.1 km
Water resources management in Chile
143.1 km
Amalia Glacier
144.6 km
Última Esperanza Sound
89.7 km
Salto Grande
134.5 km
Monte Burney
20.8 km
Magallanes National Reserve
204.5 km
Kawésqar National Park
63.1 km
Evangelistas Lighthouse
102.5 km
Tyndall Glacier
109.9 km
Frigorífico Bories
94.3 km
Peel Fjord
152.5 km
Parque provincial Península de Magallanes
208.4 km
Río Seco
208.5 km
Dickson Glacier
162.7 km
Eberhard Fjord
95.2 km
Cerro Benítez
101.5 km
Fjord of the Mountains
50.8 km
Morro Chico
150.8 km
Phare Bahía Félix
88.5 km
Sierra Dorotea
114.5 km
Santa Ines Island Icefield
188 km
Cueva del Milodón Grande
99.1 km
Kusanovic Bridge
149.2 km
Frigorífico Bories
94.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes