Anticura, Nature center in Los Lagos Region, Chile

Anticura is a nature center in Los Lagos Region with multiple hiking trails through native forests and access to rivers and waterfalls within Parque Nacional Puyehue. The facility offers camping areas with electricity and hot water bathrooms, along with cabin accommodations nestled in the forest.

The development of Anticura as a tourist destination began when Parque Nacional Puyehue was established, creating infrastructure for outdoor activities. This led to the creation of this center as a key starting point for visitors exploring the natural landscapes of the region.

The name Anticura comes from Mapudungun: anti, "sun" or "light", and kura, "stone". According to Ricardo Latcham, people of the anti totem prayed to the sun to hide behind clouds, and together with the co (water) and wenu (sky) totems they joined in ngillatun rites against prolonged droughts.

Anticura lies 4 km from the Argentine border via the Cardenal Samoré pass, 22 km from Aguas Calientes, where the park ranger office and an environmental information centre are located. Hikers must register their departure with the sector's ranger, and mountaineers register at the park administration in Aguas Calientes. Bring rain gear even in summer and warm, waterproof clothing the rest of the year. The Catrué camping area has 8 rustic sites with water, firewood and a cooking bench.

The name Anticura comes from Mapudungun anti, 'sun', and kura, 'stone'. According to Ricardo Latcham, people of the anti totem prayed for the sun to hide behind clouds, and together with the co (water) and wenu (sky) totems they joined in ngillatun rites against prolonged droughts.