Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, Chile. This national park is large and spectacular. The ecotype is generally classified as pampa or patagonian steppe. It is too far south to have large trees. This park is very popular both with international tourists and Chileans. There are a number of refugios, or huts, which one encounters while hiking on the trails. Most have unexpected amenities such as electricity, and small cafeterias. They are supplied using pack horses


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