Cueva Fell

Cueva Fell is a sandstone rock shelter located in the Rio Chico canyon in the Magallanes Region. The site extends several meters deep beneath a natural roof formed by lava conglomerate.

Excavations began in 1936 and revealed five distinct layers of human occupation at the site. These layers span thousands of years and show the long presence of people in this location.

The shelter displays hunting tools and stone implements that reveal how early inhabitants lived and worked in this landscape. These objects show the daily skills and techniques people developed to survive in this harsh environment.

The site is remote and difficult to reach, so a visit requires careful planning and local coordination. Working with experienced guides and obtaining necessary permissions beforehand is essential for safe access.

The lowest layer shows evidence of human activity alongside bones of extinct giant animals. This reveals that early people lived at the same time as these massive creatures and may have hunted them.

Location: Magellan and the Chilean Antarctic Region

GPS coordinates: -52.03333,-70.05000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:01