Atuel Canyon, Natural canyon in San Rafael, Argentina.
The Atuel Canyon stretches 37 kilometers through Valle Grande, featuring rock formations shaped by the Atuel River and wind erosion over time.
The Atuel River system has been transformed since the 1940s with the construction of El Nihuil Dam and four hydroelectric power stations.
The canyon serves as an outdoor recreation center where visitors participate in rafting, climbing, hiking, and mountain biking activities throughout the year.
Visitors access the canyon via National Route 40, with accommodations available through hotels, camping sites, and country clubs near the entrance.
The river descends 550 meters through the canyon, creating rapids classified from level II to IV on the International Scale of River Difficulty.
Location: San Rafael
Address: RP173, San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina San Rafael
GPS coordinates: -34.88333,-68.58333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:18
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