Camping Paine Grande: Your Basecamp in Torres del Paine
Experience Patagonia's beauty from Camping Paine Grande, your gateway to adventure in Torres del Paine National Park. Hike, explore, and discover!
Nestled on the northern shore of Lake Pehoé, Camping Paine Grande offers a strategic and scenic base for exploring Torres del Paine National Park. Part of the famed W Circuit, it provides easy access to the French Valley and Glacier Grey.
A brief summary to Camping Paine Grande
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Local tips
- Book your campsite and ferry tickets in advance, especially during peak season (October to April), to secure your spot.
- Pack for all types of weather, as conditions in Patagonia can change rapidly. Layers are key!
- Take advantage of the Refugio Paine Grande's amenities, such as hot showers and the basic store, to resupply and refresh.
- Consider leaving your heavy backpack at the ranger's station or campsite before hiking up the French Valley to make the trek more manageable.
Getting There
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Public Transport & Ferry
To reach Camping Paine Grande, take a bus from Puerto Natales to Pudeto. Bus-Sur is a main operator. From Pudeto, take the catamaran ferry across Lake Pehoé to Paine Grande. The bus trip from Puerto Natales to Pudeto is 2-4 hours. The ferry crossing takes approximately 30 minutes. As of July 2025, the one-way ferry fare is CLP 42,600. A round trip bus ticket from Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine is about CLP 22,000.
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Walking
If you are already trekking in Torres del Paine, you can reach Camping Paine Grande by hiking from various points along the W or O circuits. From Refugio Grey, the hike is approximately 11 km. From Domos Frances, it's about 12 km. These trails are well-marked but can be challenging, so be prepared for varying terrain and weather conditions.
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