Parque Salus lies southwest of Minas in wooded hill country associated with Uruguay's best-known mineral water brand. The appeal is simple: shaded paths, springs, picnic space, and a short escape from the town into cooler green terrain.
It works well as a gentle outing if you have a car and do not want a full hike. The park is also part of the local story of Minas, where water, stone, and sierras have shaped the area's identity more than beaches or ranch land.