| VIII South American Youth Championships in Athletics | |
|---|---|
| Dates | October 17–19 |
| Host city | Comodoro Rivadavia, Argentina  |
| Level | Youth |
| Events | 34 |
| Participation | about 205 athletes from 9 nations |
The eighth South American Youth Championships in Athletics were held in Comodoro Rivadavia, Argentina, from October 17–19, 1986.