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Elevation: 13,769 ft 4,197 m
GPS: -32.64645, -69.94402
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Plaza Argentina is the main base camp located on the East side of Aconcagua, and is used by all expeditions attempting the 360 route, False-Polish Traverse or Polish Glacier.

There is a large boulder located 850m SW of camp, as well as some bolted sport routes on the cliffs to West.
Any additional information on these routes would be appreciated.

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Start at the Vacas Valley trailhead. Be sure to have your permit stamped by the Park Rangers at the trailhead.
The approach to Plaza Argentina is usually done over three days:

Day 1: Vacas Valley Trailhead - Pampa De Lenas
Day 2: Pampa De Lenas - Casa de Piedra
Day 3: Casa De Piedra

In total, it's roughly 45km/28mi with 1800m of elevation gain, 1000 of which are done one the last day.

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