The Río Duhatao is located near the town of Ancud on Isla Chiloé in the Los Lagos Region of Chile. It flows into the Bahia de Duhatao, an area known for kayaking and canoeing activities. Paddlers can access the river via boat ramps, with specific access points noted at Camping Tajamar and for wild camping along its banks. These areas provide basic amenities for a day on the water. The river is also noted for fishing. A notable land-based trail, the Sendero de Chile: Duhatao - Río Chepu, is a challenging 10.4-mile (16.7 km) out-and-back route near Ancud that takes an average of over five and a half hours to complete, indicating a rugged and potentially remote surrounding landscape for the river corridor.