Atacama Region (Chile): Coast and National Parks

Pan de Azucar: p.1 | p.2 | p.3 | p.4

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The Pan de Azúcar National Park is located in the north of the Atacama region, about 20 km north of the city of Chañaral. The main access road to the park also branches off from the Pan-Americanan Highway in Chañaral. But there are two other access roads: one in "Las Bombas", km 1031 from the Pan-Americanan highway, the other at km 1017.

The central administration is located at the entrance to the National Park coming from Chañaral, with many information points for visitors. The flora, fauna, history and geology in particular are discussed in a small exhibition. There are small leaflets with maps and further information. The park is very clean throughout, especially the areas where camping is allowed. The camping costs 10,000 pesos per night (with arbour and barbecue area) or 5,000 pesos "natural". Showers and toilets are in good condition (prices 2005).

The park's infrastructure - especially the roads are in very good condition - is mostly paved with salt. This allows visits to sectors that are not normally accessible to the general public. The nature in this sector is of an impressive beauty.