An ideal alternative for those seeking outdoor activities will be visiting parks and national reserves during the long Easter weekend, which will extend from Friday, April 3, to Sunday, April 5. The National Forest Corporation (CONAF) confirmed that the protected areas under its administration in the Valparaíso Region will operate normally, provided that visitors make their reservations in advance on the official site pasesparques. cl.
Enabled parks and reserves in the region Interested individuals will be able to access the following natural spaces during their usual hours: - Juan Fernández Archipelago National Park - La Campana National Park - Peñuelas Lake National Reserve - El Peral Lagoon Nature Sanctuary The regional director of CONAF, Sandro Bruzzone Figueroa, invited the community to enjoy these natural spaces, highlighting the importance of respecting internal regulations and following the instructions of park rangers. Total prohibition of fire use to prevent wildfires CONAF emphasized that the use of fire in all forms is strictly prohibited within the protected areas, including smoking, as a key measure to prevent forest fires. Additionally, visitors are urged to take their waste with them and dispose of it in designated areas to protect these ecosystems.
Recommendations for a safe visit Through the platform pasesparques. cl, hikers can access relevant information about: - Operating hours - Entrance fees - Enabled trails - Safety measures Special caution is also recommended for those planning to ascend La Campana Hill, due to the physical demands and terrain conditions. El Yali Reserve remains closed due to health alert On the other hand, the El Yali National Reserve remains closed as a precaution due to the ongoing zoosanitary alert for avian influenza (H5N1), a measure aimed at protecting the local wildlife.