EXPLORE CAMPO QUIJANO

• The Dique las Lomitas is located just about 30 km from the city of Salta, along Route 51, at the entrance to the town of Campo Quijano. 

• Dique las Lomitas in Campo Quijano offers us the opportunity to connect with nature and engage in outdoor activities. 🚶‍♀️🏃🚴‍♂️ The reservoir was built in 1978 to safeguard the waters of the Toro and Río Blanco rivers and is used for irrigating the surrounding farms.

• Surrounded by green hills and shaded by trees, the tranquil waters of the lake invite us to relax and enjoy a different kind of day. Its waters allow fishing during non-closed seasons. It is common to see many fishermen along its shores spending hours waiting for a good catch.

• The view of the lake and the mountains that surround it is very beautiful. Families often choose this spot to enjoy some mate and spend a lovely afternoon.

General Description 📝

Dique las Lomitas covers an area of 70 hectares and has a capacity of 7 hm³.

How to Get There 🚗🚌

You can reach it by taking the Colectivo 6 CAMPO QUIJANO, which stops between Pellegrini and Mendoza Streets. You can also get there by walking, biking, driving, or riding a motorcycle.

What to Do 💡

- Take photos

- Climb hills

- Fish

- Kayak

It also has tables, benches, and grills for cooking or having a snack.

Practical Information 📢

-Hours: From 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM every day.  

-Swimming is prohibited because it is very dangerous. 

-Please protect the environment; do not litter.

General Description 📝

"Río Blanco" is a beautiful river located in Campo Quijano, a town in the province of Salta, Argentina. Campo Quijano is situated in the "Valle de Lerma", about 25 kilometers northwest of the city of Salta. 

Río Blanco is known for its natural beauty and picturesque surroundings. The river flows through a mountainous landscape, surrounded by hills and mountains covered in lush vegetation. Its crystal-clear waters meander in a winding course, creating rapids and waterfalls that add charm and energy to the environment.

The area around Río Blanco is a popular destination for nature lovers and water sports enthusiasts. Many people visit the river to enjoy activities such as hiking, camping, and fishing. Hikers can explore the trails that wind along the river, offering panoramic views of the surroundings.

How to Get There 🚗🚶🏻🚲

From the main square "Martín Fierro" you can reach it: 

- By car/ bicycle 

- Trekking 

What to Do 💡

- Take photos 

- Horseback riding 

- Trekking 

- Participate in the mass at the chapel. 

Practical Information 📢

- For a better appreciation of the place, visit during daylight.

General Description 📝

A building expresses much more than an architectural movement and was the first temple in the town until the construction of the Parish of Saint James the Apostle in 1948. The exact dates regarding its construction are not precise, but it is known that the work began shortly after the start of the 20th century. Another interesting fact about the history of the Río Blanco chapel is that it was the first Catholic temple in Campo Quijano, serving the congregation of the entire region until the local parish was inaugurated in 1948 under the patronage of Saint James the Apostle. 

On that same day, July 25, several significant projects were inaugurated in Campo Quijano, including the first hydroelectric power plant in northern Argentina, owned by the National Water and Electric Company; the first telephone line connecting the town to the city of Salta; and the new railway station of the C-14 branch. From then on, the Río Blanco chapel became a domestic space for the residents of the villa founded by Colonel Juan Solá in the late 19th century. Its plots were originally distributed among members of his family.

How to Get There 🚗🚶🏻🚲

From the main square "Martín Fierro" you can reach it: 

- By car /icycle

- Trekking  

Practical Information 📢

- To find out the visiting hours, ask at the parish office.