Cerro Tronador (Refugio Otto Meiling)

This two-day Patagonia hike leads to Refugio Otto Meiling on the slopes of Cerro Tronador, one of the most prominent peaks in the Bariloche region. The route climbs through coihue and lenga forests before emerging onto a high rocky ridge that culminates at the refuge (1,905m). Positioned between the Castaño Overa and Alerce glaciers, the stay offers a unique opportunity to witness active glacial calving. The trail follows a well-defined path of forest floor and alpine rock, with a final sustained push to reach the rocky spine where the hut perches.

Overview: Coyote Gulch is a significant riparian canyon system within the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah. Geological Context: The canyon is characterized by massive undercut Navajo Sandstone alcoves, natural arches, and bridges—including the Jacob Hamblin Arch and Coyote Natural Bridge—carved by the erosive action of Coyote Creek. Booking & Logistics Reality: Independent backpacking requires mandated self-registration or backcountry permits from the BLM. The terrain involves sustained river-wading in shallow water and navigational challenges across trackless sandstone. Stage Breakdown: Entrance is typically achieved via Hurricane Wash or Red Well, with an optional technical exit involving a steep slickrock climb (the Sneaker Route) near the Water Tank trailhead.