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=== River Crossings===
[[Archivo:GPT02-P0087.jpg|thumb|550px450px|right|Greater Patagonian Trail Section 2: Near Laguna de Las Lajas where 45 soldiers died in 2005River Crossing. Image: Jan Dudeck]]
River Crossings are possibly the greatest hazard on this route in particular if attempted during inappropriate times or at not suitable locations. Snowmelt or heavy rain can raise the water level substantially and make a rivers crossing impassable that during other times is easily forded. Also the bed of a river can change and a location that once was suitable for crossing can became too deep or rapid. Therefore do no rely on the GPS waypoint for river crossings but always judge the situation yourself before attempting to ford a river. You may seek an alternative location along the river or turn around and take an alternative route if a river crossing is hazardous.