R-724 · Route File

Paso Agua Negra

San Juan and Coquimbo · Argentina and Chile

The spectacular seasonal gravel crossing between Rodeo in Argentina and the Elqui Valley in Chile, climbing above 4,700 metres.

Primary window: Austral summer only · opening dates vary
References: 8
Coverage: established
Reviewed: Aug 2026

Operational warnings

red · Operational constraint

Paso Agua Negra is a seasonal crossing that normally closes for the Andean winter.

Outside an officially confirmed opening window there is no legal through-route.

Planning response: Do not plan the crossing until both border authorities confirm it is open for the intended date and vehicle.

Seasonal windows are planning triggers, not a substitute for current road, weather or land-access reports. Recheck the official sources below before departure.

Route tyre evidence

Tyres reported on Paso Agua Negra

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Route-specific references

Sources for Paso Agua Negra

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Permits and borders

Regional reference desk

Authorities covering the wider journey

Shared road, weather and access services used across Route Files in this region.

Weather

Roads and access

Field Links are reviewed references, not live guarantees. Conditions, closures, services and regulations change. Confirm critical information with the responsible authority before relying on it.