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Drone Rules for Parque Nacional Monte León
Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
• Argentina
Santa Cruz, Argentina
Lat: -50.2642 • Lng: -68.9584
Ground
Permission required
Last updated: May 29, 2026
Summary
Drone operations require prior APN authorization. The park protects Patagonia's Atlantic coastline, marine wildlife colonies, and sensitive nesting habitats. Unauthorized flights are restricted.
Details and Explanation
Authorization Status
- Recreational: ❌ Authorization Required
- Commercial: ❌ Authorization Required
- Research Operations: ✅ By Permit
- Protected Federal Area: ⚠️ Yes
Geographic Boundaries
- Province: Santa Cruz
- Area: Approximately 62,000 hectares
- Coordinates: 50.285° S, 68.888° W
- Atlantic coastal ecosystem
- Marine cliffs and beaches
- Penguin and seabird colonies
Regulations
- Ley Nacional 22.351
- APN Resolution 9/2021
- ANAC Resolution 885/2019
- Marine wildlife protection measures
- Environmental conservation requirements
- Visitor safety regulations
Penalties
- Administrative sanctions
- Equipment confiscation
- Environmental liability
- Suspension of activities
- Additional ANAC penalties
Special Permissions
- Wildlife monitoring
- Scientific research
- Conservation projects
- APN-approved filming