Turquoise waters of Lago Pehoé with the Paine Massif and Cuernos del Paine rising in the background, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile.
Lago Pehoé is a large glacial lake located in the central sector of Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia. The lake sits between the Paine Massif and the surrounding steppe valleys. The composition resolves through the turquoise lake surface with the Cuernos del Paine and surrounding peaks rising behind it.
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Quick Facts
Access
Roadside / Step-out
0–5 min
Elevation Gain
10 m
Best Light
Low sun illuminates the surrounding peaks while revealing colour and texture across the lake surface. Fast-moving cloud systems frequently alter light across the massif.
Why This Light
Season
Seasonally Distinct
The lake remains ice-free during most of the year, while snow may appear on the surrounding peaks during colder months. Seasonal changes mainly affect vegetation colours across the surrounding steppe landscape.
Crowds
Usually Quiet
Restrictions
Strong winds are common across the lake and surrounding open terrain, which can affect conditions along the shoreline.