Lonquimay

The cone-shaped Lonquimay volcano rises to an elevation of 2,865 meters with an 800-meter-wide summit crater in the Andes mountain range.

The significant eruption of December 1988 lasted 13 months, produced a 10.2-kilometer lava flow, and required the evacuation of 2,000 local residents.

The indigenous Mapuche communities live near the volcano, maintaining their traditions and practices in the surrounding natural environment of La Araucanía.

Winter brings substantial snow coverage to the volcanic slopes, making them suitable for skiing activities from June through September.

Future volcanic activity at Lonquimay will likely occur through flank vents rather than the summit due to the volcano reaching its maximum height.

GPS coordinates: -38.37918,-71.58991

Latest update: March 18, 2025 09:37