Camarones – Nature and History

Camarones is the gateway to Parque Interjurisdiccional Marino-Costero Patagonia Austral. Nature observation and activities at the sea are as much a part of the town’s character as its history. When planning your trip, it is worth distinguishing between what Camarones has to offer and other destinations in Departamento Florentino Ameghino.

Local History and Historic Walking Tours

The historic center of Camarones was declared a National Historic Site on December 19, 2018. Another highlight is the Museo de la Familia Perón: it recreates the house where the family lived after settling in Camarones in the early 20th century. The museum displays objects belonging to the family and the general, period furniture and decorative elements, historic photographs, and other related exhibits.

Historic walking tours are also offered in Camarones. They provide different ways to explore the town’s history: the museum focuses on the story of the Perón family, while the walking tours offer a distinct historical experience.

Nature and Coastal Activities in Camarones

Observing flora and fauna is among the activities offered in Camarones; diving is also listed as an activity for visitors. Nature observation and experiences at sea are therefore separate options, not necessarily part of a particular itinerary or combined tour. If you are planning your trip around activities, these are distinct themes to consider when choosing where to stay.

Regional Nature and Festival Traditions in Departamento Florentino Ameghino

In Departamento Florentino Ameghino, Parque Interjurisdiccional Marino Costero Patagonia Austral protects more than 103,000 hectares of the Argentine Sea and Patagonian Steppe ecoregions. Regional destinations include Área Natural Protegida Cabo Dos Bahías, a protected area covering 160 hectares. From Camarones, it can be reached by taking Provincial Route No. 1 south for 28 kilometers on a gravel road. Check the road conditions before setting out.

An elevated, one-kilometer trail allows visitors to observe Magellanic penguins and the resting areas of two sea lion species. Cabo Dos Bahías is also a breeding ground for the flightless Chubut steamer duck, an endemic species, and various cormorant species. Another natural attraction in Departamento Florentino Ameghino is La Pingüinera: its easy, 800-meter circular trail passes through an important Magellanic penguin nesting area. The colony can be observed there from September to April. This period is particularly relevant when planning a visit focused on penguin watching.

The Cabo Dos Bahías trail reaches the park’s easternmost point on the mainland, which separates the Gulf of San Jorge to the south from Bahía Camarones to the north. The round trip takes approximately two and a half hours on foot. The Mirador de las Islas offers a different perspective on the park’s island landscapes: it can be reached by a drivable road and provides panoramic views of a representative selection of the island landscapes.

The Fiesta Nacional del Salmón is held in Camarones every February. The program includes deep-sea and coastal fishing competitions. The three-day festival ends with the Chupín del Pescador banquet; the specific program may vary. Check the current festival dates before your trip.

Getting to Camarones

Camarones can be reached via National Route No. 3, which connects to Provincial Route No. 30 by way of a 72-kilometer paved road; both routes are paved. As road conditions can change, check them before setting out.

Discover more destinations: Cabo Raso, Dos Pozos.

For the broader travel overview: Departamento Florentino Ameghino.