Seven glacial lakes between San Martín de los Andes and Bariloche. That is what Route of the Seven Lakes promises, and it delivers. At about 120 miles (193 km), it is a drive best taken slowly, over 1–2 days, with time to pull over whenever the view demands it on the way from San Martín de los Andes to Bariloche.
Open this route in XCRSNSetting out from San Martín de los Andes
Start early, with a full tank and a loose plan. San Martín de los Andes is where the road begins, and the first miles set the rhythm for everything that follows.
The first big moment is Lago Lácar. Give it the time it deserves; it is why many people make this trip at all.
Along the way
The road strings together Villa La Angostura. It is the natural place to stop, eat well and stretch your legs.
Do not miss Lago Correntoso.
Arriving in Bariloche
Save energy for the final stretch: Nahuel Huapi is still ahead.
By the end you will have seen Lago Lácar, Lago Correntoso and Nahuel Huapi, and you will understand why Route of the Seven Lakes belongs on any list of great drives.
When to go and how to pace it
The best time to drive it is November–April. Plan on 1–2 days so the drive never feels rushed.
Check route weather and fuel stops on the Plan tab before you go.
XCRSN prices fuel for every leg in the local currency, finds stops along the way and books overnights near each town.
