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Tierra del Fuego.

While most travelers associate Tierra del Fuego with the dramatic peaks of Ushuaia, Río Grande offers a completely different encounter with the edge of the world. Situated on the Atlantic coast where the river meets the sea, this wind-swept working city is defined by vast Patagonian steppes, sheep-ranching history, and industrial grit. It is most famous as the "Trout Capital of the World," drawing dedicated anglers from across the globe to the Río Grande and nearby Lago Fagnano for legendary sea-run brown trout. Beyond the world-class fly fishing, the city serves as a starkly beautiful, unpolished base for exploring northern Tierra del Fuego. Visitors can dive into Selk’nam heritage and pioneer history at local museums or simply watch the birdlife brave the relentless southern winds.

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Río Grande
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Tierra del Fuego Province, Argentina
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Río Grande
-54.308°S · -67.745°W
-54.3084°S-67.7452°WRío Grande
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