The park covers approximately 230 hectares of mountain terrain.
It contains significant archeological remains from the Diaguita-Inca culture.
The Quebrada de Macul stream has historically been the source of major aluvión (debris flow) events in the Peñalolén area.
The park is part of the 'Red de Parques Naturales' in the Santiago Metropolitan Region.
It serves as a primary site for ecological monitoring of native Andean fox populations.
Parque Natural Quebrada de Macul is a protected ecological site located on the Andean foothills in the Peñalolén district of Santiago. The park is characterized by a central watercourse fed by the Macul stream, which carved the deep gorge defining the local topography. Visitors can access a network of hiking trails that ascend into the precordillera, reaching elevations that offer views of the Santiago basin. The area is home to native sclerophyllous forest, supporting diverse flora such as peumo, quillay, and boldo trees. It serves as a natural habitat for Andean foxes, cururos, and various raptors like the black-chested buzzard-eagle. The park functions as a key watershed protector for the metropolitan area. The trails vary in difficulty, ranging from accessible lower paths to steep, challenging sections for experienced trekkers. It is a designated municipal nature reserve managed to balance environmental conservation with public recreation.
The viewpoint overlooking the Santiago city skyline from the middle sections of the main hiking trail.
Register at the park entrance booth upon arrival as required by municipal safety protocols.
Carry at least two liters of water, as there are no potable water sources available on the mountain trails.
Use trekking poles, especially for the steep descent sections to protect your knees.
Attempting the summit trails without appropriate hiking footwear or during periods of high alert for mountain debris flows.
Closed on Mondays for park maintenance and rest.
Carry out all trash, do not pick plants, keep dogs on a leash at all times, and stay strictly on marked paths to prevent erosion.
