Camping Río Mágico

Amazing view of the river (added by manager 21 Apr 2016)

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  • In an area of spectacular scenery surrounded by mountains
  • First-rate stargazing setting among clear and dark skies
  • Playground, picnic areas and barbecue area
Camping Río Mágico is in an area of spectacular scenery surrounded by mountains, in the Elqui Valley on the Andes mountain range. Its Cochiguaz location is a first-rate stargazing setting, among some of the clearest, darkest skies on earth. Among the stunning local landscapes is Río Mágico lake with its natural pools surrounded by mountains. The area is a designated Dark Sky Sanctuary, one of the most rare dark places left on the planet. The comfortable and modern facilities in this rural setting include a playground, picnic areas, a washing-up area, toilets and showers. Barbecues are permitted in the designated area.

Campground type

RV sites 70
Tent sites 70
Camper sites 70

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

Spanish

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Playground

Recreation room/arcade

TV room

Takeout

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Rallies welcome

Scouts welcome

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest

Hikers’ paradise

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Convenience store nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Camping Río Mágico

Km 11 Camino Unico

Cochiguaz

Pisco Elqui

Elqui

Chile

0

Directions

Timezone

America/Santiago -0300 (GMT-03:00)

GPS

-30.14286°N
-70.40729°W

Route directions

From La Serena, take route CH-41 up to kilometre-marker 100.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Many traces and ruins of ancient tribes living here centuries ago are in the area, such as the Guanaco Stone a huge rock carved with petroglyphs dating back to Inca, Diaguita and El Molle ancient times. Choose among the many tours available to visit the surrounding natural reserve or go hiking around the local mountains. Stargazing is one of the most popular activities in this area. The Alfa Aldea observatory offers small, personalised astronomical tours in English or Spanish, and you can also visit Mamalluca Observatory, 9km northeast of Vicuña and one of the most popular attractions in the area. At higher altitudes of 2,200 metres is the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory. For a taste of local drinks, visit Pisquera Aba, a family-run pisquera in business for almost a century and with info on the local pisco production. If you prefer beer, take a tour around Cervecería Guayacan.

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  • Does Camping Río Mágico have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping Río Mágico dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Río Mágico? Many traces and ruins of ancient tribes living here centuries ago are in the area, such as the Guanaco Stone a huge rock carved with petroglyphs dating back to Inca, Diaguita and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Río Mágico?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  11:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  4 p.m.
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