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- GPT10 Option 3 (Ruta Fronterra): This completely new route was suggested and investigated by Manon and Robin and connects GPT10 Option 1 with GPT11 on a more eastern route by traversing the mountain ridges along the border to Argentina. This route bypasses the more populated valleys along the regular route where in rare cases some tension with the local Pehuenche population was reported. This route also bypasses Guallali. Thererfore, more provisions are required.
==Season 2025/26==
''' 2025-12-28 to 2025-12-29 / 1.5 Days / Hiking / SOBO / RR / Martin Ankel '''
Not too much to report. In general a very easy but scenic section. The plateau between km 17 to km 33 (Laguna El Barco) is amazing. Km 33 to Guallali is mostly road walking and not very fun, but moves along very fast.
As stated previously, no reliable water between km 17 and km 33. Campsite at Laguna El Barco costs 5000 CLP, very popular, good possibility of arranging a ride from Laguna el Barco to a larger town. Absolutely no refreshment whatsoever. Toilet paper not included.
When I arrived at Guallali at noon the second day, no one was home. The police officer said that the shop opens at 18:00, but might be closed all day today (Christmas season). The bus to Los Angeles departs at 05:00 and returns at 20:00 every day and there are lodging possibilities here between Friday and Sunday. Costs 45 000 CLP per night and houses 5 beds.
I decided to walk to Chenqueco. No lodging in the town but a man said I could pitch my tent on his lawn. I decided to try and hitchhike to a larger town, knowing many people would depart from Laguna el Barco in the afternoon. Was successful and got a ride all the way to Los Angeles. The food store in Chenqueco is well stocked.
Attractiveness: 4/5
==Season 2024/25==