Gobernador Gregores sits in the center of the province, in the Río Chico valley. According to the province, it was a stopping place for the Aonikenk people until the early 20th century; today it's a strategic base for reaching Perito Moreno National Park (115,000 ha) and a hub for sport fishing at Lake Cardiel and Lake Strobel, known among international anglers as “Jurassic Lake”.
Things to do
- La Herrería Founding Museum and the Adela Yatel Tehuelche Culture Interpretation Center (guided spaces).
- 1921 Strike Route Historic Circuit and the Cañadón de los Muertos. The provincial strike circuit starts here and ends in Jaramillo.
- Valle Norte lookout, hiking and climbing.
- Archaeological tourism on the Strobel Plateau.
- A riverside bathing area on the Río Chico, kayaking and horseback riding.
- Casa de Piedra (documentary and photo exhibitions) and spinning and lapidary workshops.
Lake Cardiel
One of the great lakes of the Santa Cruz plateau and a classic fishing destination. Route 40 passes the so-called Cruce Cardiel (Cardiel junction), 62 km from Gobernador Gregores according to Turismo Ruta 40. Fishing seasons and permits: check before you travel at Turismo Santa Cruz – Gobernador Gregores.
Getting there
Via Route 40. From Tres Lagos it's 173 km (including a gravel stretch of about 72 km, according to Turismo Ruta 40), and RP 27 connects it with the coast. It's an essential fuel stop. Tourism office: San Martín 514.
Full guide with the Cañadón de los Muertos, Lake Strobel and Perito Moreno National Park: Things to do in Gobernador Gregores.
