Why Radal Siete Tazas
Radal Siete Tazas National Park, in the Maule foothills, is famous for its seven stepped pools carved by the Claro River into basalt and for waterfalls such as the Velo de la Novia. It is a mountain-and-forest getaway a few hours from Santiago, with cabins by the river.
How to choose for your trip
- Nature: riverside cabin in Parque Inglés.
- Family or group: large cabin on the road to Radal.
- Tight budget: Molina, visiting the park as a day trip.
When to go
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- Peak season: pricier and busier
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The main season: trails, waterfalls and the pools of the Claro River. January, February and long weekends are the busiest; weekdays are much calmer.
Spring and autumn (October–November, March–April)
Rivers run high in spring and forests turn colourful in autumn. Fewer people and cheaper cabins.
Winter (May to September)
Rain and cold; some park sectors may close and the gravel road gets tricky. Best only for a quiet getaway by the stove.
Getting there
- From Santiago on Route 5 South to Molina, then about 50 km toward the mountains, the last stretch on gravel. About 3 hr 30 min in total.
- Rural buses run from Molina toward Radal, more often in summer.
- The park is run by CONAF and charges entry; check hours and seasonal closures before you go.