Natural hot spring · Chile

Termas de Chihuío

Chile · 44 miles southeast of Panguipulli

Last updated

Type
Natural Natural hot spring
Water temperature
Not recorded
Cost
Not recorded
Hours or season
Not recorded
Clothing
Not recorded
Nearest town
Panguipulli (44 mi / 70 km)
Coordinates
Pools or sources
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About Termas de Chihuío

Termas de Chihuío is a natural hot spring in Chile, about 44 miles southeast of Panguipulli. The nearest large city is La Unión, roughly 61 miles away as the crow flies.

No reliable water temperature is on record for this spring yet. Test the water with your hand before getting in, and if you measure it, send us the reading.

It is a natural spring with little or no development. Some natural springs have rock pools you can sit in, while others are too hot, too shallow or on land where soaking is not allowed.

Map and directions

Red marks Termas de Chihuío. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: -40.19469, -71.93637.

Location of Termas de Chihuío in Chile

Getting there

  • Nearest town: Panguipulli. The spring is about 44 miles (70 km) southeast of town in a straight line.
  • Nearest large city: La Unión, about 61 miles (98 km) in a straight line.
  • Planning from a city? See hot springs near Puerto Montt, Chile.
  • Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.

Hot springs near Termas de Chihuío

Before you go

  • Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
  • Pack out everything you bring, including food scraps. Do not use soap in natural pools.
  • Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
  • Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
  • Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Termas de Chihuío?

Termas de Chihuío is in Chile, about 44 miles southeast of Panguipulli. The GPS coordinates are -40.1947, -71.9364.

Can you soak at Termas de Chihuío?

Natural springs vary. Some have pools built by visitors, others are too hot or shallow, and some are on private land or in areas where bathing is banned. Check local rules and test the water before you get in.

What hot springs are near Termas de Chihuío?

The closest listed spring is Termas de Lahuen Co, about 30 miles northeast. Hilo huilo is about 31 miles away.

What should I bring to a hot spring?

Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.

Sources and corrections

This listing combines OpenStreetMap. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2

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