The High Andes scenic corridor (Alta Montaña) follows National Route 7 through mountain valleys, historic railway ruins, and alpine vistas leading to the border of Chile.
✓ Last verified: August 2026
Route Highlights & Key Stops
1. Uspallata Valley (km 100): Historic mountain basin located at 2,000m altitude. Serves as a primary refueling, dining, and lodging base for mountain exploration.
2. Polvaredas & Punta de Vacas: Dramatic river junctions where the Tupungato and Las Cuevas rivers meet to form the Mendoza River.
3. Puente del Inca (km 175): Natural geothermic arch calcified in vibrant orange and yellow sulfur minerals over natural hot springs.
4. Aconcagua Viewpoint (km 180): Gateway to Aconcagua Provincial Park offering panoramic vistas of the 6,961m South Face.