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Browse the geographic distribution and mapped boundaries of Costa Rica's 29 nationally recognized protected areas.

National Parks of Costa Rica: A Country-Specific Atlas of Protected Landscapes

This dedicated route provides an atlas-based exploration of Costa Rica's National Parks, representing a core category of its protected lands. Understand the geographic spread and landscape context of these nationally significant conservation areas. MoriAtlas helps you discover the regional identity and mapped boundaries of these key protected sites across the country.

National Parks of Costa Rica: A Country-Specific Atlas of Protected Landscapes

Explore the diverse protected landscapes and vital conservation role across Costa Rican territory.

Discover Costa Rica's National Parks: A Geographic Atlas of Protected Areas

Explore Costa Rica's extensive network of National Parks, encompassing significant tropical forests, volcanic terrains, and vital marine protected areas. This country-specific overview clarifies the geographic distribution and ecological importance of these flagship protected landscapes within Central America's biodiversity.

National park
Mapped parks29
Share of country parks97%
Largest mapped parkLa Amistad International Park1,992 km²
Oldest mapped parkPoás Volcano National Park1,971
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Costa Rica National Parks: Browse Flagship Protected Areas by Designation

Browse the comprehensive list of National parks in Costa Rica, offering a filtered view of the country's flagship protected landscapes and conservation areas. Understand the geographic distribution of Costa Rica's national park network, providing valuable context for exploring these nationally recognized protected areas.

National parkCosta RicaMountain

La Amistad International Park

Explore its geographic boundaries and landscape context.

La Amistad International Park, in Costa Rica. Landscapes: mountains, forests, and coasts.

1,992 km²1988TropicalRemote access
National parkPuntarenas Province

Manuel Antonio National Park

Mapped boundaries and regional atlas context.

Manuel Antonio National Park, in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. Landscapes: beaches, coasts, and forests.

275.87 km²1972TropicalModerate access
National parkLimón Province

Tortuguero National Park

National Park mapped in Limón Province, Costa Rica.

Delve into Tortuguero National Park, a significant national park situated in Limón Province, Costa Rica. This entry offers detailed insights into its protected area status, mapped geographic extent, and its role within the regional natural landscape context. Ideal for users seeking a structured atlas view of protected lands and their geographical distribution, providing foundational data for understanding this specific conservation landscape.

312 km²1975TropicalRemote access
National parkCosta RicaMarineMountain

Corcovado National Park

Mapping primary forest corridors and coastal protected landscapes.

Corcovado National Park, in Costa Rica. Landscapes: mountains, forests, and wetlands.

424 km²1975TropicalHighly restricted
National parkGuanacaste ProvinceMountain

Guanacaste National Park

Explore mapped park boundaries and regional natural landscape context.

Guanacaste National Park, in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and forests.

340 km²1991TropicalModerate access
National parkCosta RicaMountain

Arenal Volcano National Park

Detailed geography and protected landscape context for a Costa Rican national park.

Arenal Volcano National Park, in Costa Rica. Landscapes: volcanoes, lakes, and mountains.

121.24 km²1991TropicalEasy access
National parkGuanacaste Province

Rincón de la Vieja National Park

Mapped protected landscape and regional geography.

Gain a structured understanding of Rincón de la Vieja National Park as a key protected area within Guanacaste Province. This detail page offers an atlas-focused perspective, highlighting its mapped boundaries and regional geographic significance. Explore how this national park contributes to the protected landscapes of Costa Rica, providing essential context for geographic discovery.

141.61 km²1973TropicalModerate access
National parkAlajuela ProvinceMountain

Poás Volcano National Park

Mapped park boundaries and regional terrain context.

Poás Volcano National Park represents a vital protected landscape within Costa Rica's Alajuela Province. This detail page offers an atlas-centric view, emphasizing the park's geographic identity, its specific mapped boundaries, and its significance as a national park. Explore the natural terrain and understand the regional context of this protected area, ideal for geographic discovery and landscape exploration.

65 km²1971TropicalModerate access
National parkCosta RicaMarineMountain

Cocos Island National Park

Explore the unique landscape and regional geography of this national park.

Delve into the specific geographic identity of Cocos Island National Park, a protected landscape designated as a national park within Costa Rica. This dedicated page facilitates structured exploration of its mapped boundaries and regional terrain. Understand the park's place in the broader atlas, focusing on its protected-area significance and unique landscape context for detailed discovery.

23.52 km²1978TropicalRemote access
National parkCosta RicaMountain

Tenorio Volcano National Park

Map exploration of its volcanic terrain and protected area boundaries.

Delve into Tenorio Volcano National Park, a key national park entity situated within Costa Rica's vibrant geography. This page provides detailed atlas-style information, focusing on the park's mapped boundaries, its characteristic volcanic landscape, and its role in understanding the broader distribution of protected areas across the country. Understand the park's specific geographic identity and its contribution to the nation's natural heritage.

129 km²1976TropicalAccess unknown
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Other Protected Area Designations in Costa Rica Beyond National Parks

Explore additional protected area types across Costa Rica to understand the country's full conservation landscape, mapping entities beyond its renowned National Parks. Compare various designation categories, such as Marine Protected Areas, to trace the diverse management approaches shaping Costa Rica's natural heritage and geographic protection.

Discover protected marine sites and littoral conservation reserves.

Marine protected area

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Delve into Costa Rica's dedicated marine protected areas, a critical component of the country's extensive conservation network. This focused exploration highlights protected coastal regions, marine biodiversity sites, and ocean conservation parks, offering a clear atlas view of these vital aquatic ecosystems and their surrounding shorelines. Understand the geographic presence and mapped boundaries of these important marine reserves.

Share of country parks3%
1Mapped parkCosta Rica Marine Protected Areas
Costa Rica Marine Protected Areas
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Costa Rica: park list

Open the park list for Costa Rica to explore locations and park characteristics.