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Lake Nakuru National Park: Geography and Protected Area Atlas Profile for Rift Valley
Mapped soda lake landscapes and rhino sanctuary boundaries
Lake Nakuru National Park is a prominent protected landscape situated in central Kenya, defined by its shallow alkaline lake and surrounding acacia forests. This profile explores the park's geographic footprint, including its role as a fenced sanctuary for rhinoceros and its location within the volcanic Rift Valley system. The terrain provides a clear study in how tectonic structures and water chemistry shape specialized habitats for large mammals and avian populations.
- Area
- 188 km²
- Established
- 1968
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mixed relief