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Cambodia National Parks and Protected Areas: A Geographic Atlas Exploration

Explore the protected natural areas of Cambodia, from the central plains around the Mekong River and Tonlé Sap to the diverse terrain of the Cardamom Mountains. This atlas provides a structured view of Cambodia's national parks and protected landscapes, highlighting their geographic spread and relationship to the broader regional context of Southeast Asia.

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Cambodia National Parks and Protected Areas: A Geographic Atlas Exploration
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Cambodia Protected Area Records and National Park System Geography

Comparing conservation classifications, historical timelines, and diverse tropical habitat zones.

Browse the spatial distribution of national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and forest reserves across the diverse tropical regions of Cambodia. Synthesized data from current records clarifies median sizes, historical timelines, climate zones, and habitats to support comparative geographic analysis.

Known protected area

17,893 km²

Area data available for 12 of 12 parks.

Median park size

812 km²

Median across 12 parks with known area.

Oldest known park

Botum Sakor National Park

Established in 1993.

Largest known park

Southern Cardamom National Park

Recorded area: 4,104 km².

Designation distribution

National park11
Marine protected area1

Habitat distribution

Tropical forest6
Coastal habitat5
Wetland5
Riverine habitat4
Marine habitat3

3 more categories represented

Climate distribution

Tropical7
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Explore Cambodia's diverse protected landscapes, mapping conservation efforts across the Mekong region.

Discover Cambodia's National Parks and Protected Areas on a Detailed Geographic Atlas

Browse Cambodia's national parks and designated protected areas, tracing their geographic distribution across the low-lying plains and Cardamom Mountains. A country-level view provides essential context for understanding the regional spread of conservation landscapes and navigating individual park details.

Cambodia is a unitary parliamentary constitutional elective monarchy in Southeast Asia. The country spans 181,035 km² and is characterized by a low-lying plain centered around the Mekong River and Tonlé Sap, Southeast Asia's largest lake. Its capital and largest city is Phnom Penh. The nation has a tropical climate and is home to a predominantly Khmer ethnic population. Cambodia has a history dating back to the Khmer Empire established in 802 AD.

Cambodia, officially the Kingdom of Cambodia, is a nation in Mainland Southeast Asia with a rich historical legacy spanning the powerful Khmer Empire, French colonial rule, and modern governance. The country is bordered by Thailand to the northwest, Laos to the north, Vietnam to the east, and has a southwestern coastline along the Gulf of Thailand. Cambodia's landscape is dominated by the Mekong River and Tonlé Sap lake, which form the heart of its agricultural and ecological systems. The nation transitioned through various political regimes in the late 20th century before restoring its monarchy in 1993. Today it operates as a constitutional monarchy with elected parliamentary institutions.

Largest city:Phnom Penh
Currency code:KHR
ISO code:KH
Parks count
12
Capital
Phnom Penh
Area
181,035 km²
Population
17,638,801 (2,024)
Coastal
Island
Mountainous
Landlocked
Park atlas12 parks

Trace the geographic spread of Cambodia's national parks, from tropical forests to coastal zones.

Cambodia National Parks: Explore Protected Areas and Conservation Landscapes

Browse an atlas of Cambodia's national parks and key protected areas, covering diverse landscapes from the Cardamom Mountains to coastal regions. Explore individual park details, understand the country's conservation efforts, and trace the geographic distribution of protected tropical forests and wetlands.
National parkKampong Speu Province

Kirirom National Park: Cambodia's Pioneering Protected Mountain Landscape

Explore its mapped terrain and regional geography in Kampong Speu Province

Kirirom National Park stands as Cambodia's foundational national park, safeguarding a significant portion of the eastern Cardamom Mountains. This protected landscape is defined by its elevated terrain and mountain forest ecosystems, offering a distinct geographic character within Kampong Speu Province. Its atlas-style exploration reveals the mapped boundaries and regional context of this pioneering conservation area, providing insight into Cambodia's commitment to preserving its natural heritage.

Area
283.75 km²
Established
1993
IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
Kirirom National Park Protected Landscape
National parkSiem Reap Province

Phnom Kulen National Park: Protected Highland Landscape and Khmer Empire Origins in Siem Reap

Explore ancient Khmer sites and natural terrain within this Cambodian national park.

Phnom Kulen National Park offers a unique glimpse into Cambodia's geographic and historical richness. As a protected national park in Siem Reap Province, it preserves a distinct highland landscape characterized by sandstone formations, evergreen forests, and sacred sites. Discover the mapped boundaries of this important conservation area, trace the historical significance of the Khmer Empire's origins, and explore the natural terrain that defines this culturally significant region.

Area
373.76 km²
Established
1993
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Phnom Kulen National Park National Park
National parkRatanakiri province

Virachey National Park: Cambodia's Vast Highland Protected Landscape in Ratanakiri

Explore its remote montane forest ecosystems and diverse terrain.

Virachey National Park, Cambodia's largest national park, offers a profound glimpse into one of mainland Southeast Asia's last great wildernesses. Spanning remote highland terrain in Ratanakiri province, it features dramatic elevation changes from 400 to 1,500 meters, supporting diverse ecosystems including dense lowland forests, unique montane cloud forests, and upland savannahs. Its recognition as an ASEAN Heritage Park underscores its critical regional conservation value, making it a significant destination for understanding protected landscapes and their geographic context.

Area
3,380.57 km²
Established
1993
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Virachey National Park details
National parkKampot Province

Preah Monivong Bokor National Park: An ASEAN Heritage Mountain Park in Kampot Province

Explore diverse forests and colonial history within its mapped terrain.

Preah Monivong Bokor National Park is a protected national park in Kampot Province, Cambodia, distinguished by its mountainous geography within the Dâmrei Mountains. Covering over 1,500 square kilometers, it showcases varied forest ecosystems and is recognized as an ASEAN Heritage Park. The park's landscape combines significant natural biodiversity with remnants of French colonial history, offering a rich context for atlas-based geographic exploration and protected-area understanding.

Area
1,544.58 km²
Established
1993
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Preah Monivong Bokor National Park Atlas
National parkCambodia

Botum Sakor National Park: Cambodia's Largest National Park and Coastal Wilderness

Explore its mapped geography and protected landscape features.

Botum Sakor National Park represents Cambodia's largest national park, offering a unique protected landscape where the Cardamom Mountains meet the Gulf of Thailand. The park's diverse geography includes extensive evergreen forests, grasslands, and significant coastal wetland ecosystems, such as mangrove and freshwater swamp forests. Examining its mapped boundaries reveals a critical area for biodiversity and regional ecological context within Southeast Asia's protected lands.

Area
1,825.85 km²
Established
1993
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Botum Sakor National Park: Cambodia National Park
National parkKoh Kong province

Southern Cardamom National Park: A Vital Protected Landscape in Koh Kong Province

Explore its mapped boundaries and conservation significance.

Southern Cardamom National Park is a crucial protected area in southwestern Cambodia, encompassing a significant portion of the Cardamom Mountains. This national park serves as a vital atlas point for understanding the regional geography and conservation efforts in Southeast Asia. Its expansive territory is dedicated to safeguarding critical habitats and supporting ambitious wildlife programs, making it a cornerstone of landscape-level conservation and a key element in mapping the protected areas of the region.

Area
4,103.92 km²
Established
2016
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Southern Cardamom National Park Protected Area
National parkSihanoukville Province

Ream National Park: Protected Coastal Landscape and Marine Biodiversity in Sihanoukville Province

Explore unique mangrove ecosystems and mapped terrain within Cambodia.

Ream National Park is a significant protected area in Cambodia, celebrated for its intricate coastal and terrestrial ecosystems. This national park offers a detailed view of mangrove wetlands, evergreen forests, rolling hills, and marine habitats like coral reefs and sea grass beds. Situated in Sihanoukville Province, its landscape is characterized by rivers flowing through the terrain into the sea, providing vital habitats for diverse species and contributing to its atlas significance for regional geography and protected-area study.

Area
210 km²
Established
1993
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Ream National Park Protected Area
National parkCambodia

Central Cardamom Mountains National Park: Cambodia's Premier Protected Rainforest Landscape

Explore Extensive Rainforest, Diverse Habitats, and Mountain Terrain

Central Cardamom Mountains National Park is Cambodia's largest protected area, a testament to significant rainforest conservation efforts. This national park spans approximately 4,010 square kilometers, showcasing a dynamic mountainous landscape with diverse ecological zones from coastal areas to peaks over 1,500 meters. Discover the geographic distribution of its protected boundaries and the rich tapestry of habitats that define this vital Southeast Asian natural reserve, offering deep context for atlas-based exploration.

Area
4,010.65 km²
Established
1999
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Central Cardamom Mountains National Park National Park
National parkKep Province

Kep National Park: Cambodia's Coastal Mountain Protected Landscape

Explore mapped terrain and panoramic viewpoints of this national park.

Kep National Park is a protected national park situated in Kep Province, Cambodia, known for its unique hilly terrain that rises from the coastal lowlands. This protected area offers elevated viewpoints with commanding sights across the Gulf of Thailand, stretching towards Phu Quoc island and the distant Bokor Ranges. Its landscape character is defined by the contrast between its mountainous interior and the surrounding flat coastal regions, making it a significant feature for understanding regional geography and mapped protected areas. The park provides an accessible experience of Cambodia's coastal mountainous ecosystems.

Area
11.52 km²
Established
1993
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Kep National Park Protected Landscape
National parkRatanakiri province

Veun Sai, Siem Pang National Park: Northeastern Cambodia's Protected Lowland Forest Landscape

Mapped Boundaries and Primate Conservation Habitat

Veun Sai, Siem Pang National Park in Cambodia's Ratanakiri province is a vital protected area featuring expansive lowland evergreen and semi-evergreen forests. Its designation as a national park underscores its role in safeguarding critical habitat for diverse primate populations, notably the endangered Northern buffed-cheeked gibbon. The park's geography, characterized by gentle terrain and extensive forest cover, makes it a significant component of the region's biodiversity corridor and a key site for understanding Cambodia's natural landscapes.

Area
574.69 km²
Established
2016
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Veun Sai, Siem Pang National Park Atlas
National parkRatanakiri province

O'Yadav National Park: Protected Forest Conservation in Ratanakiri Province

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O'Yadav National Park is a national park located in northeastern Cambodia's Ratanakiri province, designated to protect significant forest ecosystems and serve as a vital link in the nation's biodiversity corridor system. Spanning 105,019 hectares, the park encompasses forested terrain and includes the historically significant Yak Nang temple site. Its conservation efforts contribute to the ecological integrity of the broader Indochinese region, making it a key protected landscape for atlas-based geographic study.

Area
1,050.19 km²
Established
2016
IUCN
II
Scope
Terrestrial
O'Yadav National Park Protected Landscape
Watercolor illustration of a coastal landscape with hills, beach, and ocean
Marine protected areaCambodia

Koh Rong National Park: Cambodia's Marine Protected Area in the Gulf of Thailand

Mapped island archipelago and protected landscape geography.

Koh Rong National Park stands as Cambodia's foundational marine protected area, safeguarding seven tropical islands and their surrounding marine environments in the Gulf of Thailand. This designation underscores its importance for coastal and island ecosystem conservation, characterized by lush island interiors, extensive beaches, and vital coral reef formations. Understanding the park's mapped boundaries and its place within the regional geography reveals a significant natural landscape for atlas exploration.

Area
524 km²
Established
2018
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Koh Rong National Park Protected Landscape
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Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Cambodia through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Cambodia.

Cambodia geography and landscape

Cambodia occupies 181,035 km² in Mainland Southeast Asia. It is bordered by Thailand to the northwest, Laos to the north, and Vietnam to the east, with a coastline along the Gulf of Thailand in the southwest. The terrain is dominated by a low-lying central plain centered around the confluence of the Mekong River and Tonlé Sap, Southeast Asia's largest lake. The country has a tropical climate.

Cambodia nature and environment

Cambodia's landscape features extensive lowland plains, wetlands, and the Mekong River basin. Tonlé Sap, the largest lake in Southeast Asia, serves as a critical ecological and fishing resource. The country contains forested areas in the northeast and along mountain ranges near the borders.

Cambodia climate and seasonal conditions

Cambodia has a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. The wet season typically runs from May to October, while the dry season occurs from November to April.

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