Valleys
Park geography
Detailed analysis of terrain elevations, mountain peaks, and regional landscape data
Comprehensive Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Poloniny National Park in Slovakia
This geographic profile covers the technical landscape data for Poloniny National Park, situated within the Prešov Region of Slovakia. Review the recorded area metrics, including 406.88 square kilometers, alongside terrain elevation data reaching 1208 meters and various mountain peaks such as Ďurkovec and Jarabá skala. The data maps the protected environment, including forest cover, grassland habitats, and specific natural features found within the boundaries.
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National ParkOld-Growth ForestsEastern CarpathiansUNESCO World Heritage SitePrimeval Beech Forests
Slovakia's easternmost wilderness preserving primeval Carpathian beech forests and traditional polonina meadows
Poloniny National Park
Poloniny National Park is Slovakia's easternmost national park, situated in the Bukovské vrchy mountain range along the country's borders with Poland and Ukraine. Established on October 1, 1997, the park encompasses approximately 40,688 hectares of mountainous terrain in the Prešov Region's Snina District, making it one of the least populated areas of Slovakia. The park's name derives from the local term "poloniny," referring to the characteristic montane meadows that dot the main ridge of the Bukovské vrchy. The park forms part of the East Carpathian Biosphere Reserve together with Poland's Bieszczady National Park, creating a transboundary protected area of significant ecological importance. The highest point within the park reaches 1,208 meters at Mount Kremenec, where the borders of Slovakia, Poland, and Ukraine meet.
- Location
- Slovakia
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1997
- Area
- 406.9 km²
- Highest point
- 1,208 m
Location overview
Mapped administrative borders and transboundary geographic status
Geographic Location of Poloniny National Park in Slovakia
Poloniny National Park lies within the Snina District of the Prešov Region in Slovakia. The protected territory operates as a transboundary zone, linking regional Slovakian administrative borders.
- Countries
- Slovakia
- Regions
- Prešov Region, Snina District
- Primary location
- Prešov Region
- Geographic setting
- Transboundary · Inland
Boundary and coordinates
Interactive protected-area geometry and calculated spatial measurements
Poloniny National Park Boundary Map and Geographic Extent
Mapped park outlines provide visual spatial context for analyzing protected boundaries across the terrain. Accompanying facts detail recorded land coverage, coordinate limits, center points, and geographic spans without legal survey claims.
- Boundary area
- 307.5 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 258 km
- Northernmost point
- 49.1856° N
- Southernmost point
- 48.9431° N
- Easternmost point
- 22.5657° E
- Westernmost point
- 22.1627° E
- Geographic centre
- 49.0672° N, 22.3421° E
- North–south span
- 27 km
- East–west span
- 29.5 km
Elevation and terrain
Mountain relief metrics and recorded physical features
Poloniny National Park Terrain and Elevation Summary
Recorded park elevation facts outline the mountain terrain characteristics reaching up to 1208 meters. Associated feature cards detail specific named valleys, peaks, streams, and mountain ranges located within the protected boundary.
- Maximum elevation
- 1,208 m
- Highest point
- 1,208 m
Selected named natural features
Streams
Nižný Potok
Mountain ranges
Bukovce
Streams
Malý potok
Streams
Zvalský potok
Peaks
Kuzmov hrb
601 m
Environmental setting
Temperate climate zones, mountainous relief, and forest cover profiles
Poloniny National Park Environmental Classifications and Physical Setting
Recorded mountain relief, temperate climate zones, and broadleaf forest categories provide complementary perspectives on the physical setting. Linked classifications connect stored environmental attributes directly to related protected area destinations across the atlas.
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
- Water
- Minor water
- Forest cover
- Mostly forested
- Seasonality
- Year-round
Landscape features
Mountains · Forest · Woodland · Grassland
Habitat types
Temperate broadleaf forest · Montane forest · Grassland
Park atlas
Trace the mapped geography and compare protected landscapes across the Eastern Carpathians, including transboundary reserves adjacent to Poloniny National Park.
Explore Other National Parks and Protected Areas Near Poloniny National Park
Continue your park discovery beyond Poloniny National Park by exploring other national parks and protected areas across the Eastern Carpathians. Compare their unique landscapes, conservation priorities, and geographic spread to understand regional protected-area contexts.
National parkSubcarpathian Voivodeship
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Bieszczady National Park: A Protected Landscape of the Eastern Carpathians
Explore mapped terrain, alpine meadows, and old-growth forests.
Discover Bieszczady National Park, a significant national park located in the Subcarpathian Voivodeship of Poland, within the Eastern Carpathian mountain range. This protected area is renowned for its vast expanses of old-growth beech forests, the characteristic połoniny alpine meadows, and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, underscoring its global conservation importance. The park's wild character and dramatic mountain geography make it a key destination for atlas-driven exploration of protected landscapes.
- Area
- 292.02 km²
- Established
- 1973
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
National parkPodkarpackie Voivodeship
Park boundaries overlap#2 closest
Northeast
Bieszczadzki Park Narodowy: Geographic Atlas of Poland's High Carpathian Grasslands and Forests
Protected mountain terrain in the Podkarpackie Voivodeship
Bieszczadzki Park Narodowy represents one of Poland's most significant protected landscapes, encompassing the unique połoniny highland plateaus and extensive tracts of old-growth forest. This detailed overview traces the park boundaries, mapping the transitions between forested valleys and the treeless summits that characterize this distinctive Carpathian region.
- Area
- 292.02 km²
- Established
- 1973
- Visitors
- 388K annual
- Relief
- Mountain
Protected landscapePodkarpackie Voivodeship
Park boundaries overlap#3 closest
Northwest
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A vital Carpathian conservation corridor in Podkarpackie Voivodeship.
Spanning heavily forested peaks and deeply incised river gorges, Ciśniańsko-Wetliński Park Krajobrazowy functions as a core refuge for large carnivores and rare yew populations. Its distinct flysch geology and altitudinal vegetation sequences establish it as an essential component of the international Eastern Carpathians ecological network.
- Area
- 514.61 km²
- Established
- 1992
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
Biosphere reservePoland
Mapped location lies within the park boundary#4 closest
Southeast
East Carpathian Biosphere Reserve: Mapping the Protected Landscapes of the Eastern Carpathians
Transboundary protected area and mountain ridge geography
The East Carpathian Biosphere Reserve represents a critical junction of mountain geography and protected-area cooperation. Spanning significant forest ecosystems and ridgelines in the Bieszczady mountains, this reserve functions as a continuous environmental corridor. Access detailed insights into its terrain, from high-altitude polonyna meadows to the dense beech forests that define its protected status.
- Area
- 2,080.89 km²
- Established
- 1992
National parkUkraine
Park boundaries overlap#5 closest
East
Uzh National Nature Park: Primeval Beech Forests and Protected Landscape in Ukraine
Explore its mapped boundaries and Carpathian geography.
Uzh National Nature Park, a protected national park in Ukraine's Carpathian Mountains, safeguards a crucial segment of the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This atlas-focused exploration reveals the park's mapped terrain, defined by river valleys and ancient forest ecosystems, offering essential geographic context for this significant protected landscape. Discover the natural heritage preserved within its boundaries, showcasing exceptional biodiversity and the unique character of the Eastern Carpathians.
- Area
- 391.593 km²
- Established
- 1999
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
Protected areaPodkarpackie Voivodeship
13 km away#6 closest
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Ostoja Jaśliska Protected Area: Carpathian Forest Landscapes and Ecological Geography
Exploring Natura 2000 boundaries in Podkarpackie Voivodeship
The Ostoja Jaśliska protected area sits within the Beskid Niski range, offering a deep look into Carpathian beech forest communities and rare peatland habitats. The region holds nine distinct nature reserves and provides essential connectivity for apex predator populations. This geographic profile details the terrain and environmental importance of this expansive protected polygon in southeastern Poland.
- Area
- 292.521 km²
- Established
- 2009
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
National parkLviv Oblast
14 km away#7 closest
East
Boikivshchyna National Nature Park: National Park Protected Landscape Exploration
Lviv Oblast geographic context and mapped terrain
Dive into the protected landscape of Boikivshchyna National Nature Park, a key national park located in Lviv Oblast. MoriAtlas facilitates structured discovery of its mapped boundaries, regional geography, and the unique natural terrain it encompasses. This entry is designed for users interested in the specific park identity, its geographic setting within Ukraine, and detailed atlas-based understanding of protected natural areas.
- Area
- 317 km²
- Established
- 2019
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
Protected areaPodkarpackie Voivodeship
28 km away#8 closest
North
Ostoja Góry Słonne: Geographic Analysis of Protected Carpathian Forest and Foothills
Mapping natural boundaries in the Podkarpackie Voivodeship
Ostoja Góry Słonne represents a significant protected area within the Polish Carpathians, characterized by its dense beech forest cover and high biodiversity. This site serves as a vital refuge for large mammals and diverse riparian species, with its landscape of forested ridges and river valleys providing essential habitat connectivity across the Słonne Mountains and Przemyskie Foothills.
- Area
- 460.715 km²
- Established
- 2009
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
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Continue Exploring Poloniny National Park's Carpathian Landscape and Map Context
Deepen your understanding of Poloniny National Park by examining its precise geographic boundaries and the characteristic terrain of the Bukovské vrchy mountains. This national park offers a valuable case study for regional geography, showcasing the interplay of ancient forests and montane meadows within the broader East Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, ideal for structured atlas exploration.
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