The road to Paso Barros Arana in the Andes
Chile, south-america
N/A
3,431 m
moderate
Year-round
Okay, picture this: you're cruising through the Chilean Andes on the Chollay-Punta Colorada Road, climbing towards Paso Barros Arana. This mountain pass sits way up high at 3,431 meters (that's 11,256 feet!), nestled in the Cordillera de la Sal range.
The road's paved, which is a bonus, but don't let that fool you – it's STEEP! The air gets thin up here, seriously testing your lungs and legs. Altitude sickness can kick in for some people way before you get to the top, so be warned.
But hey, the views! You're surrounded by an arid, high plateau landscape. Just keep in mind, though, the elements can be brutal. Expect fierce, dry winds, and blinding sunshine that'll fry you without shades. Hydrate like crazy, and pro-tip: pack a couple of spare tires. You'll be grateful you did. Oh, and the pass? It's named after some important Chilean professor guy, Diego Jacinto Agustín Barros Arana.
Where is it?
The road to Paso Barros Arana in the Andes is located in Chile (south-america). Coordinates: -34.8348, -69.7753
Road Details
- Country
- Chile
- Continent
- south-america
- Max Elevation
- 3,431 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Coordinates
- -34.8348, -69.7753
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