Peaks
Góra Ojca
100.6 m
Park geography
Analyzing the topography, regional setting, and landscape characteristics of this Polish lowland park.
Kampinoski Park Narodowy: Detailed Geographic Profile and Mapped Natural Boundaries
Detailed analysis of Kampinoski Park Narodowy, covering the 385.443 square kilometer lowland landscape located within the Masovian Voivodeship. This profile details the park topography, characterized by diverse terrain including dunes, forests, and wetlands, while identifying specific peaks and river systems within the protected boundaries.
A vast inland dune and wetland forest just northwest of Warsaw
Kampinos National Park
Kampinos National Park protects a large remnant of the historic Masovian Forest on the glacial Vistula pradolina (ice-marginal valley) just northwest of Warsaw, in central Poland. It is defined by an unusual juxtaposition of inland sand dunes and extensive wetlands, an ecological contrast that supports rich plant and animal life across a relatively flat lowland landscape. The park was established in 1959 to safeguard the Kampinos Forest from centuries of agricultural encroachment, and over the late twentieth century much of the former farmland within its boundaries has been gradually reforested. In 2000 it became part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and it has also been recognized at the European level as an important bird area, underlining the value of its forests, dunes, and marshes for biodiversity and conservation. The site is part of a broader protected landscape that includes the unregulated Vistula river corridor with its oxbows, sandbars, and riparian thickets. Together, these habitats make Kampinos an unusually nature-rich green space close to a major European capital and a focal area for forest, dune, and wetland conservation in Poland.
- Location
- Poland
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1959
- Area
- 385.4 km²
- Highest point
- 30 m
Location overview
Administered within Poland and the Masovian Voivodeship
Geographic Setting and Regional Context of Kampinoski Park Narodowy
Kampinoski Park Narodowy is officially located within Poland and the Masovian Voivodeship. Structured regional data confirms non-transboundary, inland, and terrestrial status for this protected area.
- Countries
- Poland
- Regions
- Masovian Voivodeship
- Primary location
- Masovian Voivodeship
- Geographic setting
- Inland
Boundary and coordinates
A 385.443 km² outline with extent context
Kampinoski Park Narodowy mapped boundary and land area
Kampinoski Park Narodowy has mapped geometry for its 385.443 km² total and land extent. The shape helps readers locate and understand the national park while authoritative sources remain decisive for legal limits.
- Boundary area
- 385 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 352.4 km
- Northernmost point
- 52.4236° N
- Southernmost point
- 51.4805° N
- Easternmost point
- 20.8878° E
- Westernmost point
- 20.0469° E
- Geographic centre
- 52.3251° N, 20.5804° E
- North–south span
- 104.9 km
- East–west span
- 57.8 km
Elevation and terrain
Lowland relief profile and recorded natural features
Kampinoski Park Narodowy Elevation Summary and Terrain Geography
Kampinoski Park Narodowy maintains a recorded peak elevation summary reaching thirty meters within lowland terrain classifications. Associated feature cards outline specific regional peaks, streams, and wetlands mapped across the protected landscape.
- Maximum elevation
- 30 m
- Highest point
- 30 m
Selected named natural features
Peaks
Występna Góra
89 m
Peaks
Krzywa Góra
93.2 m
Peaks
Góra Kapturowa
87 m
Peaks
Górka
83.1 m
Peaks
Ławska Góra
91.5 m
Environmental setting
Temperate lowland forest, wetland, and riverine habitat designations
Kampinoski Park Narodowy Environmental Setting and Landscape Classifications
Recorded landscape features, habitat types, and climatic zones form complementary perspectives on the physical setting of Kampinoski Park Narodowy. Stored classifications connect recorded categories to relevant regional atlas destinations across the protected terrain.
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Water
- Major water bodies
- Forest cover
- Dense forest cover
- Seasonality
- Year-round
Landscape features
Dunes · Wetland · Rivers · Forest
Habitat types
Temperate broadleaf forest · Temperate coniferous forest · Wetland · Riverine habitat
Park atlas
Compare surrounding lowland habitats, inland dunes, and river valley reserves
Parks Near Kampinoski Park Narodowy and Regional Protected Landscapes
Browsing nearby national parks after viewing Kampinoski Park Narodowy reveals broader patterns in lowland forest conservation and glacial valley geography. Comparing related protected areas across the surrounding region helps contextualize distinct dune formations and wetland ecosystems.
National parkMasovian Voivodeship
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest
East
Kampinos National Park: Geographic Profile and Protected Forest Landscape Map
Inland dune formations and wetland habitats in Masovian Voivodeship
The expansive woodland of Kampinos National Park represents a critical protected area in Poland, characterized by its parabolic sand dunes and low-lying marshes. Gain insights into the geomorphological features of this UNESCO biosphere reserve and trace the complex hydrological network that defines its unique forest environment.
- Area
- 385.44 km²
- Established
- 1959
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Lowland
Protected landscapeLodzkie Voivodeship
2.6 km away#2 closest
Southwest
Sulejowski Park Krajobrazowy: Geography and Protected Landscape Mapping
Central Polish river valley and reservoir terrain
Examine the territorial boundaries and landscape character of Sulejowski Park Krajobrazowy. This protected area integrates riverine corridors, large reservoir habitats, and mixed lowland forests across the Lodzkie Voivodeship, providing a core reference for understanding the ecological geography of the central Pilica valley.
- Area
- 170.26 km²
- Established
- 1994
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Nature reserveLodzkie Voivodeship
6 km away#3 closest
South
Łąki Ciebłowickie Nature Reserve: A Central Poland Floodplain Landscape Analysis
Protected riparian ecosystems and riverine lowland geography
Łąki Ciebłowickie represents an ecologically rich floodplain environment within the Lodzkie Voivodeship. This nature reserve preserves a sequence of vital lowland habitats ranging from marshy meadows to oak-hornbeam forests. Analyze the mapped boundaries and natural terrain features that define this protected riverine mosaic in the heart of central Europe.
- Area
- 4.772 km²
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Access
- Access unknown
Nature reserveMasovian Voivodeship
About 7.8 km away#4 closest
Northeast
Dolina Wkry Nature Reserve: A Protected River Gorge and Riparian Forest Ecosystem in Masovia
Geographic analysis of breakthrough valley landscapes and lowland river habitats
This protected area centers on a narrow, gorge-like section of the Wkra River, which cuts through the older land surfaces of the Masovian Voivodeship. The reserve protects vital floodplain forest fragments and demonstrates a clear transition from river-edge alder woodlands to drier plateau slopes, providing a compact example of lowland riverine geomorphology.
- Area
- 0.244 km²
- Established
- 1991
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Nature reserveŁódź Voivodeship
About 16 km away#5 closest
Southwest
Rezerwat przyrody Małecz: Protected Nature Reserve and Forest Landscape in Łódź Voivodeship
Floristic reserve and managed coniferous forest geography
Rezerwat przyrody Małecz is a key floristic site in Poland, safeguarding rare Pontic-origin flora and ancient forest stands. This reserve showcases the integration of strict protection zones with moist and dry mixed coniferous forest communities within the Spała Forest District, offering deep insight into regional botanical conservation.
- Area
- 0.092 km²
- Established
- 1987
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Nature reserveLodzkie Voivodeship
About 19 km away#6 closest
Southwest
Rezerwat przyrody Meszcze Nature Reserve: Mapped Protected Landscape and Forest Ecology
Protected fresh mixed forest within the Sulejów Landscape Park context
Rezerwat przyrody Meszcze represents a compact, protected forest block in central Poland. Known for its historical small-leaved lime regeneration, this reserve provides a key case study for forest structure and lowland biodiversity within the Lodzkie Voivodeship, serving as an important part of the Sulejów Landscape Park's protected corridor.
- Area
- 0.353 km²
- Established
- 1959
- Relief
- Lowland
- Scope
- Terrestrial
Nature reserveMazowieckie
About 20 km away#7 closest
Southeast
Rezerwat przyrody Morysin: Protected Floodplain Landscapes and Historic Forest Reserves
A riparian heritage site in the Mazowieckie region
Situated in the Vistula floodplain, Rezerwat przyrody Morysin stands as a significant protected area defined by its massive old-growth trees and layered cultural history. The terrain incorporates diverse wetland features, including the Sobieski Canal and Wilanówka stream, creating a vital habitat for cavity-nesting species and a rare example of integrated natural and historic preservation.
- Area
- 0.535 km²
- Established
- 1996
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Protected landscapeLodz Voivodeship
21 km away#8 closest
Southwest
Bolimowski Park Krajobrazowy: Geography of a Central Polish Protected Landscape Area
Rawka River valley mapping and Puszcza Bolimowska forest terrain
Bolimowski Park Krajobrazowy encompasses a unique mosaic of postglacial plains and riverine ecosystems in central Poland. The area is defined by the Rawka River, which forms a network of meanders, oxbow lakes, and terraces, while surrounding forests retain historical links to the vast primeval woods of Puszcza Bolimowska. This protected territory offers a significant habitat for diverse wildlife, including moose and beaver, within a landscape characterized by its shifting transition between deep forest, wet meadows, and light oak groves.
- Area
- 205.123 km²
- Established
- 1986
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
MoriAtlas Explorer
Explore the Geographic Boundaries and Terrain of Kampinoski Park Narodowy
Deepen your understanding of Kampinoski Park Narodowy through a structured analysis of its dunes, bogs, and forest habitats. MoriAtlas maps the physical geography of this Polish national park, offering a clear view of the protected landscape and its ecological significance within the Masovian Voivodeship region.
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