Chorrillo del Salto El Chorrillo del Salto is actually the name for both the river and the waterfall. Coming from the melting snow and glaciers accumulated from the imposing Fitz Roy Massif behind the charming town of El Chaltén, this 20m waterfall is a pleasant little diversion for those looking for something a little less involved than the typically grueling long day hikes or multi-day backpacking treks so typical of Patagonia. In fact, the 3km (one-way) or 1-hour hike from town to get to the falls (even shorter if you're hiring a car) is the easiest hike in this part of Los Glaciares National Park. The falls faces east so it gets morning light. Its flow also diminishes over time as the Patagonian summer progresses. You might also see the falls referred to as Cascada del Salto or mispelled as Chorillo del Salto. Tell us about your experience with this waterfall. [Back to top] [Go to previous waterfall: Salto Arrechea] [Go to next waterfall: Fitz Roy Cascades] [Go to the Argentina Waterfalls Page] [Go to the Latin America Page] [Return from Chorrillo del Salto to the World of Waterfalls Home Page]
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Profile view of the falls with wildflowers blooming in its mist