Michinmahuida

The Michinmahuida volcano rises 2404 meters above sea level in the southern Andes, featuring steep slopes covered with permanent snow and ice fields.

The volcano's last significant eruption occurred in 1835, during Charles Darwin's voyage when he documented the intense volcanic activity in his research notes.

The indigenous populations of southern Chile gave the volcano its name, reflecting their deep connection with the mountain ranges of Patagonia.

Visitors need extensive mountaineering equipment and professional guides to attempt climbing the volcano due to technical requirements and variable weather conditions.

Gray ash from the neighboring Chaiten volcano's 2008 eruption created a distinctive layer over Michinmahuida's white snow-covered peak, visible from space.

Location: Palena Province

Elevation above the sea: 2,404 m

GPS coordinates: -42.79951,-72.44469

Latest update: March 19, 2025 21:19