The lighthouse
On the shore.
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Laguna Don Tomás Park is the largest green space in Santa Rosa, capital of La Pampa province, spreading over some five hundred hectares around a broad lagoon west of the city centre. It is where locals come to run, walk, cycle, picnic and grill at weekends. Named after the city's founder, Tomás Mason, it has a small decorative lighthouse on its shore, a viewpoint facing Bird Island, where waterbirds nest, a flora and fauna interpretation centre, a swimming pool, sports fields, a running track and a bike path. Paddling, kayaking and fishing are allowed on the lagoon, and a small tourist train called the Puelchito runs here from Plaza San Martín. Entry is free; sunset is loveliest, when the coloured sky reflects on the water.
On the shore.
Waterbirds.
Coloured skies.
West of central Santa Rosa, La Pampa
Walk, cycle, paddle and picnic, and watch birds at Bird Island; entry is free.