This is one of Chile's most important rivers. The government is considering allowing HidroAysen to build two hydro electric dams on the river, changing it forever. Hopefully, this will not be approved. But if it is, go see the river before it is changed forever.
There is a crossing of the Baker on a barge that hangs from a cable. It crosses in both directions with the current. We were en route to the Cochrane General Store-- don't miss it!
A constant water stream unique for rafting. Enjoying some fly fishing sis also possible. Goto Puerto Bertrand for the events.
Never seen such a amazing river.This clear blue water river is the best which I have seen worldwide, never saw such water!It is running wild and without any constuctions and changes from humans.Hope the local people are strong enough to protect this "nature cash cow". All people which build there now houses and lodges: PLEASE protect this river and try to save it and not destroy it.The outflow of Baker river from Lago Bertrand is beautifull and the small town of Puerto Bertrand also. There is a small Lodge named "Baker Hosteria" which is very nice and the owner family is really very customerorientated. Room's are very good price is really ok for this standard.
The best horse ride in our travels in Patagonia was from Camping La Araucaria, located in the Carretera Austral, km45, Puente río Barrancoso detour right 3 Km, till the camping. Don Nelson took us for a whole day horse ride telling us the history of the route to the Pacific Ocean that was used by the "Compañía Ganadera Río Baker". The stories are very interesting and interesting characters such as Lukas Bridge(author of Uttermost Part of the Earth) appear within them.
Fast moving, powerful, beautiful in any weather. Colourful. An ever changing constant wonder to be photographed or just enjoyed.Make sure you have time to visit the confluencia. Large loud rolling waterfall above the confluence of the Neff river joining the Baker
Realmente, el Río Baker es un río imponente.Tanto por el colorido de sus aguas, en su nacimiento hasta que se junta con el Río Neff.Desde este lugar, el colorido de sus aguas varia, pero no pierde su hermosura en todo su trayecto hasta su desembocadura en las proximidades de Caleta Tortel
Some lodges in this area offer canopy across the river. It is a fantastic experience. Just do it! It is worth the money.
One of the most beautiful rivers I've ever seen. Pristine and clear--with almost no development along the banks--and the craziest shade of turquoise (has to be seen to be believed).
one of the most beautiful river I ever saw. the colour and transparency of the water are amazing, and the confluence is a must see attraction. although the water is really cold, it worth a quick jump in!!walk about on the shore or just be seat meditating was an remarkable moment of my trip.