Ralco National Reserve, National reserve in Bío Bío province, Chile
The Ralco National Reserve encompasses 12,492 hectares of protected land at an elevation of 1,200 meters, featuring the Callaqui volcano and Mula Lagoon.
The Chilean government established Ralco National Reserve in 1987 to protect the natural resources and maintain ecological balance in the Bío Bío region.
The Pehuenche communities maintain their traditional practices within the reserve, including pine nut collection, animal grazing, and ceremonial activities.
Visitors can access the reserve via Route Q-61 from multiple directions, with information centers providing guidance for activities like trekking and sport fishing.
The reserve contains multiple water bodies including the Loncotahue, Vilcuncura, and Quillaicahue Estuaries, supporting varied vegetation from lengas to araucarias.
Location: Bío Bío province
Inception: 1987
Elevation above the sea: 1,200 m
GPS coordinates: -37.85000,-71.31667
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:11
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