Three summits
1,239 metres.
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Cerro Tres Picos, at 1,239 metres, is the highest point in Buenos Aires province, crowning the Ventania hills, ranges some four hundred million years old that rise abruptly from the flat pampas. Its three rocky summits give it its name. The mountain stands on private land of the Rodolfo Funke Foundation, which looks after property left by a German immigrant who died in 1938, and the climb starts there: a self-guided trail of about eight kilometres with 800 metres of ascent, five to six hours up and two to three down for fit walkers. Many split it over two days, camping at the Cueva de los Guanacos on the way. An entry fee is paid to the foundation, climbers set off early in the morning, and registering in advance is advised. Summer afternoons are hot, so start early.
1,239 metres.
A trail campsite.
Wide views.
Rodolfo Funke Foundation land, Tornquist district
No, the trail is self-guided, but it is long and needs good fitness; you register and pay the fee at the foundation.