Over time, many of these visitors decided to settle permanently, consolidating the locality as a tourist destination. According to Argentine News Agency, the name of the locality has its explanation in the nature of the place itself. Crisscrossed by streams, ravines and valleys, a locality in San Luis invites those seeking adventure and also those who prefer to relax. An ideal destination for those looking to discover the best of mountain tourism in San Luis. In turn, those who opt for relaxation find in its natural beaches the ideal space to enjoy the water and the mountain environment. The locality was founded on August 9, 1943, during the federal intervention headed by Justo Rojo in the de facto presidency of Pedro Pablo Ramírez, and began as a rest place chosen by the high society families of San Luis. Surrounded by crystal-clear rivers, imposing mountains and vegetation that combines freshness and color, this picturesque corner of San Luis invites you to disconnect and enjoy nature in its maximum expression. El Volcán offers a perfect setting for recreational and sports activities: hiking, trekking, cycling, fishing and open-air days in contact with unique landscapes. Year after year, tourists arrive attracted by its climate, tranquility and hospitality. Located just 15 kilometers from the city of San Luis, the locality of El Volcán presents itself as one of the most charming tourist destinations in the Central Sierras. They acquired farms and lands to enjoy the weekends, marking the beginning of its profile as a summer village. In the Salto Colorado area, the intense sound of water hitting the stones, added to the shape of the terrain, evokes the image of an active volcano, giving identity to this mountain destination. Among its main tourist attractions are the La Hoya beach, one of the favorites for its clear waters and family environment; Salto Colorado, where the sound of the river and the rock formations create a unique spectacle; the El Osito and El Badén beaches, ideal for spending the day; the Cruz de Piedra and La Estrechura dams, where the Estancia Grande and El Durazno rivers converge giving rise to the Volcán River, one of the great protagonists of the local landscape. Its offer is complemented by cabins, campsites and gastronomic spaces that allow the visitor to live an experience in contact with the environment and local culture. In this way, El Volcán is a haven of freshness and beauty that gives a feeling of being in another world.
