Ñuble National Reserve

Ñuble National Reserve is a protected area spanning mountainous terrain between the Ñuble and Biobío regions in central Chile. The reserve covers a large expanse of land with varying elevations and diverse natural environments.

Chile's government created this protected area in 1978 to preserve native species and ecosystems in the Andes mountains. This establishment was part of the nation's efforts to protect important highland landscapes.

The reserve contains specific sections where local communities practice traditional land management methods that support environmental conservation efforts.

A paved road leads to the Chillán hot springs and provides access to the reserve, with a marked turn-off at kilometer 57. Visitors should note that road conditions can vary by season and four-wheel-drive vehicles are recommended.

The reserve harbors an exceptionally high concentration of plant species found nowhere else in an equally-sized area of Chile. This biological richness makes it a place of particular value for scientific research and conservation.

Location: Diguillín Province

Location: Ñuble Region

Location: Bío Bío province

Location: Biobío Region

Inception: 1978

GPS coordinates: -36.97852,-71.50457

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:23