Explore the Natural Wonders of Nonguén National Park

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the city of Chillán, which is a common base for tourists in the Ñuble Region. Head northwest on Ruta 5 (Panamericana Sur) towards Concepción. After approximately 80 kilometers, take the exit toward Ruta 160. Continue on Ruta 160 for about 15 kilometers until you reach the junction for Ruta 5. Turn left onto Ruta 5 and continue for about 10 kilometers. Look for signs indicating Nonguén National Park. The park entrance is located at approximately -36.8763965 latitude and -72.9932974 longitude.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Nonguén National Park via public transport, start in Chillán and take a bus to Concepción. Buses frequently depart from the Chillán terminal to the Concepción terminal. Once in Concepción, look for local buses or colectivos heading towards Nonguén. You can ask locals or check online for the specific bus number (usually 'Lota') that will take you close to the park entrance. The fare from Chillán to Concepción will typically be around 6,000 CLP ($8 USD). After reaching the bus stop near the park, you may need to walk approximately 2 kilometers to the entrance of Nonguén National Park.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  For a more direct route without public transport hassle, consider using a taxi or rideshare service from Concepción. Once you arrive in Concepción, you can request a taxi or book a rideshare through apps like Uber or Cabify. The fare will depend on your exact pickup location but expect to pay around 15,000 to 20,000 CLP ($20 to $25 USD) for a one-way trip to Nonguén National Park. This method is convenient and will save you time, especially if you are traveling with family or a group.