Ojos del Caburgua, Nature cascade in Araucanía Region, Chile
Ojos del Caburgua consists of three separate waterfalls dropping between 15 and 20 meters (49-65 feet) into pools surrounded by thick Patagonian forest. The falls emerge from volcanic landscape where underground water flows through natural channels carved over centuries.
The falls developed from ancient lava tubes connected to Lake Caburgua that channel water through volcanic formations beneath the forest. This geological system was shaped over centuries by water flowing through the porous volcanic rock.
Local landowners maintain and provide access to the falls, representing a partnership between private property owners and public natural attractions in Chile.
The site can be reached via a marked road about 18 kilometers east of Pucón with signs directing visitors at Paradero El Cristo. Access depends on the private land owners who maintain the area and allow public visits.
From above, the pools form a striking pattern resembling two eyes with contrasting colors, one appearing blue-green and the other more clearly green. This natural arrangement results from differences in mineral content and water depth that catch light differently.
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