Mountainbike

1. MALALCAHUELLO BIKE PATH:

Malalcahuello Bike Path has a total of 31 km and is one of the most entertaining family rides in the area. Built on the old railway line, this spectacular route crosses fields, rivers, slag heaps and beautiful forests. The railway line marks an important chapter in the history of the region since it was the route that linked Victoria with Lonquimay in 1940, and it was part of the Andean railway that was intended to connect Chile and Argentina. 

Suggestions: Comfortable sportswear, sunglasses and sunscreen
Includes: Beverages, Cereal bar and appetizers at the end
Duration: 3 hours
Distance: 12 km
Place: Malalcahuello bike path
Difficulty: Beginner / 139 mts vertical ascent-descent

2. VOLCANOES VIEWPOINT:

This beautiful bicycle tour begins at the hotel, ascending towards the Lonquimay volcano, along the road to Lolco. The road has a gentle rise of aprox. 300 meters, somewhat challenging due to the combination of sand and gravel. After 7.5 kms., you will arrive to the Volcanoes Lookout. From this point you can see the Navidad crater, the Lonquimay, Tolhuaca and Callaqui volcanoes. The return follows the same route until arriving to the hotel. 

Suggestions: Comfortable clothing and footwear for cycling, windbreakers, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, water bottle and backpack
Includes: Beverages, Cereal bar and appetizers at the end
Duration: 4 hours
Distance: 15 km
Place: Volcanoes viewpoint
Difficulty: Intermediate / 300 mts vertical ascent-descent

3. CUESTA LAS RAÍCES:

The tour is done by pick-up truck and starts from Valle Corralco Hotel & Spa until we reach a viewpoint where you can experience a spectacular view of the Pehuenche Valley and the Lonquimay volcano. From this point we start the descent by mountain bike to the Coloradito crossing.

Suggestions: Comfortable clothing and footwear for cycling, windbreakers, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, water bottle and backpack
Includes: Beverages, Cereal bar and appetizers at the end
Duration: 1,30 hours
Distance: 15 km
Place: Cuesta las raíces
Difficulty: Intermediate / 300 mts vertical ascent-descent

4. PEHUENCHE VALLEY:

Huellas Pehuenches is a very interesting place for MTB lovers. This adventure can be enjoyed by the whole family, riding through mountains, ancient araucaria forests and rivers, all part of an overwhelming landscape. For security and safety reasons, this ride is designed for more accomplished mountain bikers. While this activity does not present a considerable degree of difficulty, solid physical fitness and the desire to see the landscape from a different perspective is. 

Suggestions: Comfortable clothing and footwear for cycling, windbreakers, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, water bottle and backpack
Includes: Beverages, Cereal bar, appetizers at the end
Duration: 3 hours
Distance: 25 km
Place: Pehuenche Valley
Difficulty: Intermediate / Advanced 100 mts vertical ascent-descent

5. LONQUIMAY BIKE PATH:

This 19 km route crosses beautiful bridges over the Punta Negra and Lonquimay rivers, and has dierent stops where the railway stations used to be located. You will be able to experience impressive views of the valley and the Lonquimay River that will leave you amazed by the beauty of the place. The route has no major diculty since it is virtually flat all the time. 

Suggestions: Comfortable sportswear, sunglasses and sunscreen
Includes: Beverages, Cereal bar, appetizers at the end
Duration: 5 hours
Distance: 19 km
Place: Lonquimay bike path
Difficulty: Intermediate / 57 mts vertical ascent-descent

6. ESCORIAL LAGOON:

The Escorial or Lolco Lagoon is located in the Nalcas sector of the reserve. In 1988, after the eruption of Navidad Crater, where the lava merged with the forest, several lagoons were born. These lagoons are the result of the dierent minerals coming from the volcano and have very attractive colors, some with submerged forests, and others with crystal-clear emerald waters that will surprise any visitor. To reach the Escorial Lagoon, visitors travel 17 km along a gravel and volcanic rock road, but the eort is undoubtedly worth the reward of reaching this incredible landscape. 

Suggestions: Comfortable clothing and footwear for bicycles, windbreakers, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, water bottle and backpack
Includes: Beverages, Cereal bar and appetizers at the end
Duration: 5 hours
Distance: 34 km
Place: Escorial lagoon
Difficulty: Intermediate slope 237 mts

7. BIKE DAY:

Rent a bike and tour the reserve and Malalcahuello at your own pace

Suggestions: Wear sportswear, sunglasses and sunscreen
Place: National Reserve Malalcahuello