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A wonderful trek through the valley of the Aviles River which connects Jeinemeni National Reserve with Estancia Chacabuco, a national park in the making[[File:Valle_Aviles. The trail follows a route the first colonists jpg|thumb|Valle Avilés footbridge. Pic: Conservación Patagónica ]][[File:Always descending in the area used to travel between Cochrane and Chile Chicothis part. While jpg|thumb|Always descending in this description is part]][[File:Camping Westwinds.jpg|thumb|Camping Westwinds]][[File:Lago Verde.jpg|thumb|Lago Verde]][[File:Entering Estancia Chacabuco.jpg|thumb|Entering Estancia Chacabuco]][[File:Glaciares.jpg|thumb|Glaciers]][[File:Lago Jeinemeni.jpg|thumb|Lago Jeinemeni]][[File:Refugio del valle hermoso.jpg|thumb|Valle Hermoso cabin]][[File:Rio Aviles.jpg|thumb|Avilés river]][[File:So many river crossings.jpg|thumb|So many river crossings]][[File:Valle Aviles 2.jpg|thumb|Avilés valley]][[File:Valle Hermoso.jpg|thumb|Valle Hermoso]][[File:View from north to south, it is also possible to do this route in reversetop of pass.jpg|thumb|View from top of pass.jpg]]
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==General Description==
A wonderful trek through the valley of the Aviles River which connects Jeinemeni National Reserve with Estancia Chacabuco, a national park in the making. The trail follows a route the first colonists in the area used to travel between Cochrane and Chile Chico. While this description is from north to south, it is also possible to do this route in reverse.
==Access==
There is no public transportation from Stone House Campground. However, with a bit of patience, hitching is possible.
==Descripción de la rutaRoute description==Sobrescribir este texto[[File:Track_valle_aviles.jpg|thumb|center|750px|Profile, from north to south]]
===Day One===
*'''Administration - Refugio Valle Hermoso'''*'''Duration: 6-7 hours'''*'''Dificultad FísicaPhysical difficulty: MediaMedium '''*'''Dificultad TécnicaTechnical difficulty: BajaLow'''
The trail leaves the lake behind, sometimes passing though the forest and other times on the rocky wash left by the many rivers in the area. 45 minutes from the lake shore you arrive in the Refugio Valle Hermoso, 6 hours from the Administration. The refugio offers benches, a fire pit, and shelter from the elements and is a great place to pitch your tent. One could easily spend a day exploring the aptly named Valle Hermoso. Many glaciers are at half day's walk and the tranquility is unforgettable.
===Tramo dosDay Two=== *'''Refugio Valle Hermoso to Puesto Limite'''*'''DuraciónDuration: 4 or 5 horashours'''*'''Dificultad FísicaPhysical difficulty: BajaLow'''*'''Dificultad TécnicaTechnical difficulty: MediaMedium'''
In this stretch you will have to cross many small streams. It is very important to have a pair of sneakers or sports sandals that can get wet or you will waste time taking off and putting on your hiking boots. This author recommends a good pair of Crocs. As a general rule, always look for where rivers divide into many shallow streams to find a safe place to cross. Follow the cairns and red poles towards the end of the valley. The path is always clear, but depending on the water level, it's possible you will have to leave the path in search of a safe crossing.
The climb to the pass is very gradual and you'll reach the top an hour after entering the forest. Here you have a beautiful view of the Aviles river to the south and the glaciers of Valle Hermoso behind you. You are now entering the private property of Estancia Chacabuco. The descent to Puesto Limite, a campground at the end of the Estancia's property, is very fast. Here you'll find a palisade to protect your tent from the wind, a fire pit, and benches.
According to the map, Google Earth, and the view from the pass, it should be possible to arrive to another glacier and lake from Puesto Limite. This author could not find the trail however. It's possible Conservacion Patagonica will build a trail in the future.
===Tramo tresDay Three=== *'''Puesto Limite - Stone House Campground'''*'''DuraciónDuration: 7 or 8 hours'''*'''Dificultad FísicaPhysical difficulty: BajaLow'''*'''Dificultad TécnicaTechnical difficulty: BajaLow'''
Now in the property of the Estancia, the trail is very well marked. There are many sites apt for camping which can facilitate two shorter days if your party is tired. Follow the trail to the south. 45 minutes or an hour after Puesto Limite you'll reach another campsite. Take water from the river itself. A few minutes on the trail fords the Aviles River. The trail enters the forest again and starts a long, gradual descent. Two kilometers after crossing the Aviles River, there is a deep tributary that also must be forded. Take comfort in the fact that this is the last time you'll have to take off your shoes. The south side of this tributary also offers a good spot to camp.
As of summer 2014, Stone House Campground is under construction. There are shelters from the wind and rain for cooking and a pit toilet. There is no charge. From here to the administration it is 35 kilometers on a public road. It would be a hard walk and hitching is recommended. There is not much traffic, but the workers in the Estancia are friendly and almost always stop for the occasional trekker. At the administration, you can camp in the completed West Winds Campground for 5.000 CLP per person, or continue on to the Carretera Austral. The nearest town is Cochrane, 18 kilometers away.
==Permisos Estimated Time==Between 3 and 5 days. A fit, determined hiker could do it in 2 days, but this itinerary wouldn't allow much time to enjoy the splendor of the Upper Aviles. Due to the number of excellent campsites, a more relaxed group could take 4 or even 5 days. ==Permits / TarifasFees==
Jeinimeni National Reserve has an entrance fee of 1.000 CLP for Chileans and 2.000 for foreigners. Camping is free anywhere in the Reserve, except at the entrance where the site costs 10.000 CLP.
Access to the Estancia Chacabuco is free. As of summer 2014, Stone House Campground is also free. West Winds, the campground near the administration which provides all necessary services, costs 5.000 CLP.
==RecomendacionesRecomendations== *Take Crocs, sandals, or sneakers to cross the many rivers and streams.*The trail can be done the other way around, from south to north. However, the last day, described here as a gentle descent, will be uphill. Also, transportation from Jeinimeni to Chile Chico is scarce. Be Make arrangements to be picked up in advance or be prepared to wait an extra couple of days for a car.{{GaleriaInicio}}==Gallery==<gallery>Valle_Aviles2.jpg|Valle Avilés, 7th january 2013. Pic: Colin Arisman</gallery>{{GaleriaFintrekkings Chile english}}[[category:Routes in english]]