Peaks
Góra Ojca
100.6 m
Park geography
Detailed analysis of lowland terrain, wetland habitats, and mapped landscape features.
Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Kampinos National Park in Masovian Voivodeship
This geographic profile tracks the territorial extent and environmental characteristics of Kampinos National Park in the Masovian Voivodeship of Poland. Covering 385.44 square kilometers, the park encompasses a complex mosaic of temperate forest, inland dunes, riverine systems, and protected wetlands. The structural data provides a focused look at the park's lowland physical geography.
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Poland's largest forest preserve protecting Europe's finest inland dunes and a stronghold for moose, beavers, and lynx
Kampinos National Park
Kampinos National Park is Poland's second-largest national park and the only one located in the Masovian Voivodeship, situated on the northwestern outskirts of Warsaw. The park encompasses the ancient Kampinos Forest, a vast woodland that is a remnant of the historic Mazovian Forest. Established in 1959 and designated as a UNESCO biosphere reserve in 2000, the park protects a distinctive landscape of sand dunes and wetlands that forms one of Europe's most significant inland dune complexes. The park's protective emblem features the moose, reflecting its importance as one of Poland's three primary locations for this largest member of the deer family. The area holds profound historical significance, with numerous sites commemorating Polish independence struggles and World War II events, including the Palmiry massacre cemetery. The park offers extensive recreational opportunities with over 360 kilometers of hiking trails and 200 kilometers of cycling routes, making it a vital green escape for Warsaw residents and visitors alike.
- Location
- Poland
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1959
- Area
- 385.4 km²
Location overview
Country memberships and regional administration data for Poland
Geographic Setting and Regional Location of Kampinos National Park
Kampinos National Park anchors its protected geography within Poland and the Masovian Voivodeship. Administrative records define the territorial scope without marine or transboundary designations.
- Countries
- Poland
- Regions
- Masovian Voivodeship
- Primary location
- Masovian Voivodeship
- Geographic setting
- Inland
Boundary and coordinates
Interactive boundary geometry and recorded area metrics
Kampinos National Park Boundary Map and Spatial Extent
Mapped park geometry provides clear spatial context for the protected territory. Derived measurement facts outline the total surface area and coordinate limits across the landscape.
- 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
Terrain and natural features
Explore lowland relief classifications and recorded natural features
Kampinos National Park Terrain and Named Natural Features
Kampinos National Park features stored lowland terrain classifications alongside recorded peaks, streams, and wetlands. Linked feature cards provide names, types, and spatial relationships across the protected landscape.
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 terrain featuring extensive forest cover, wetlands, and dunes
Kampinos National Park Environmental Classifications and Landscape Geography
Recorded landscape features, habitat types, and climate categories provide complementary ways to read the physical setting of Kampinos National Park. Stored classifications connect recorded environmental attributes to relevant protected area destinations across the atlas.
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Water
- Major water bodies
- Forest cover
- Mostly forested
Landscape features
Forest · Wetland · Dunes · Rivers · Grassland
Habitat types
Temperate coniferous forest · Wetland · Dune habitat · Riverine habitat
Park atlas
Compare regional geography, inland dunes, and connected natural landscapes
Explore Protected Areas and Parks Near Kampinos National Park
Browse other notable protected areas situated around the surrounding regional landscape of Kampinos National Park. Expanding the geographic scope connects wetland reserves and forest habitats into a broader atlas comparison view.
National parkMasovian Voivodeship
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest
West
Kampinoski Park Narodowy: Mapping the Inland Dune and Wetland Landscapes of Central Poland
A vital protected area in Masovian Voivodeship
The landscape of Kampinoski Park Narodowy is defined by the Grochalskie Piachy dune complex and diverse riparian habitats. This atlas entry covers the geological history and protected boundaries of this significant lowland forest, tracing the Vistula river valley's influence on the surrounding terrain and ecological character.
- Area
- 385.443 km²
- Established
- 1959
- Visitors
- 1M annual
- 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
North
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
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