The dam
134 metres high.
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Los Reyunos is a reservoir in the canyon of the Diamante river, 35 kilometres from San Rafael in southern Mendoza, its blue-green water held between steep, ochre cliffs. The dam, built between 1973 and 1983, rises 134 metres and feeds a pumped-storage hydroelectric plant. The lake covers some 750 hectares and is one of San Rafael's favourite summer escapes, with a nautical and fishing club, water-skiing, windsurfing, kayaking, diving and boat trips between the canyon walls. Viewpoints along the access road look down over the dam and the lake. Visiting the shore and viewpoints is free; boat trips and water sports are charged by local operators. It pairs with the Atuel canyon on a day out from San Rafael.
134 metres high.
Through the canyon.
Above the lake.
Diamante river canyon, 35 km from San Rafael
Summer, December to March, for water sports and boat trips; spring and autumn for quieter views.