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Protected Areas and Geographic Landscapes Near Port Barton Marine Park in Palawan

Discover the network of protected landscapes and marine habitats situated within the vicinity of Port Barton Marine Park. This geographic overview highlights the spatial relationships between coastal reserves across the western coast of Palawan, offering a clear perspective on the distribution of regional sanctuaries and their proximity to the coral reef ecosystems of Pagdanan Bay.

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A community-managed marine sanctuary protecting coral reefs and islands of northern Palawan.

Port Barton Marine Park

Port Barton Marine Park is a coastal and marine protected area in the inner portion of Pagdanan Bay, on the western coast of Palawan in the Philippines. Situated roughly 120 kilometers northeast of Puerto Princesa, the provincial capital of Palawan, the park spans a substantial area of coastal waters and small islands that serve as both a recreational diving destination and an important nursery zone for regional fish populations. The park's core zone is defined by a network of small islands, including Albaguen, Paraiso, and Exotic Island, along with notable coral reef formations such as Manta Ray Reef and Black Coral Reef. These submerged habitats anchor the broader marine ecosystem and have made the area one of the most recognized underwater environments on northern Palawan. Established in 1998 through a partnership between the provincial government of Palawan, the municipality of San Vicente, the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and the United States Agency for International Development, the marine park stands out as a community-oriented conservation model. Its management framework is shaped directly by local stakeholders, including the Albaguen Fishermen's Association, ferry operators, and community leaders, giving it a strong grassroots character that distinguishes it from more centrally administered Philippine protected areas.

Location
Philippines
Park type
Marine protected area
Established
1998
Area
744.8 km²
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Nearby parks around Port Barton Marine Park

This regional map shows the same 20 nearby parks ranked below around Port Barton Marine Park. Select a ranked marker to highlight that park’s boundary where boundary data is available.
Reference park: Port Barton Marine ParkRanked nearby park20 nearby parks shown
20 nearby parks

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Parks and Protected Areas Geographically Near Port Barton Marine Park

Geographic separation values and directional coordinates organize surrounding protected areas into a comparative index for Port Barton Marine Park. Recorded environmental profiles and country context reveal broader regional patterns across nearby coastal and marine landscapes.
National parkPalawan
About 29 km away#1 closest

Southwest

Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park: Palawan's Protected Landscape Discovery

Mapped natural terrain and regional park geography.

Gain a structured understanding of Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, a protected national park located in Palawan. This page details its geographic setting, contributing to a broader atlas of conservation landscapes. Explore the mapped boundaries and natural terrain that define this significant protected area, offering valuable context for regional geographic discovery.

Area
222.02 km²
Established
1999
IUCN
III
Relief
Mountain
Protected landscapePalawan
About 47 km away#2 closest

Northeast

Malampaya Sound Protected Landscape/Seascape: Geographic Atlas and Coastal Park Boundaries

A combined marine and terrestrial protected area in Palawan, Philippines

Gain insights into the geographic composition of Malampaya Sound Protected Landscape/Seascape. This expansive site on Palawan island encompasses sheltered bays, island chains, and mangrove-fringed shorelines. Examine the structural balance between brackish-water ecosystems, essential tidal flats, and local fishing barangays within a single managed maritime reserve.

Area
2,015.66 km²
Established
2000
Relief
Lowland
Scope
Mixed
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Protected landscapePalawan
About 91 km away#3 closest

North

El Nido-Taytay Managed Resource Protected Area: A Coastal Karst and Marine Landscape Atlas

Mapping the terrestrial and marine boundaries of northern Palawan.

An authoritative overview of the El Nido-Taytay Managed Resource Protected Area, detailing its extensive karst limestone islands, hidden lagoons, and diverse coastal ecosystems. This record maps the intersection of terrestrial forests and marine habitats that span the municipalities of El Nido and Taytay, providing a clear geographic context for this significant Philippine protected landscape.

Area
923.34 km²
Established
1998
Wildlife reservePalawan
About 155 km away#4 closest

Southwest

Rasa Island Wildlife Sanctuary: Protected Coastal Landscapes and Island Geography

Integrated marine and terrestrial wildlife reserve in Palawan

Positioned in the Sulu Sea off the coast of Palawan, Rasa Island Wildlife Sanctuary protects a rare concentration of mangrove forests, coastal woodland, and reef flats. This compact land and sea reserve serves as an essential sanctuary for bird species and nesting marine turtles, offering a clear window into the biodiversity of the Palawan island province through its preserved island geography.

Area
19.83 km²
Established
2006
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
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Protected areaPalawan
About 204 km away#5 closest

Northeast

Coron Island Protected Area: Mapping the Limestone Karst and Inland Lakes of Palawan

Karst terrain and marine protected landscapes in the Calamian Islands

Discover the geographic structure of Coron Island Protected Area, where towering limestone ridges and cliffs surround secluded freshwater lakes. The territory preserves a diverse ecosystem of coastal mangroves and marine waters within the Palawan province, illustrating a unique intersection of geological history and traditional indigenous stewardship.

Area
222.48 km²
Established
1998
Relief
Upland
Scope
Mixed
Wildlife reserveMimaropa
About 221 km away#6 closest

North

Calauit Safari Park: Wildlife Reserve Geography and Protected Island Terrain

A conservation sanctuary within the Mimaropa region, Philippines.

Calauit Safari Park stands out as a unique wildlife reserve in the Calamian Islands, featuring a rare combination of African savanna animals and native Philippine wildlife. Its 3,700 hectares encompass a diverse array of tropical forests, grasslands, and mangrove-lined shores, reflecting a complex history of conservation and land management. This protected island ecosystem provides critical habitat for endangered species and serves as an important site for ecological recovery in the western Philippines.

Area
37 km²
Established
1976
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
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Marine protected areaPhilippines
About 288 km away#7 closest

Northeast

Apo Reef Marine Natural Park: Protected Coral Reef Atlas and Marine Geography

Marine protected area in the Mindoro Strait, Philippines

Apo Reef Marine Natural Park serves as a high-priority conservation landscape featuring two massive triangular coral banks and steep underwater drop-offs. This site provides a critical case study in marine geomorphology, characterized by its deep submarine trenches and unique atoll-like structure within the broader Philippine archipelagic geography.

Area
274.69 km²
Established
1996
Scope
Marine
Water
Water-dominated
Wildlife reservePalawan
About 293 km away#8 closest

Southwest

Ursula Island Game Refuge and Bird Sanctuary: Geography and Protected Area Overview

An isolated wildlife reserve in the Sulu Sea, Palawan

The Ursula Island Game Refuge and Bird Sanctuary functions as a vital protected landscape, containing a rare mix of lowland rainforest and dense mangrove forests. Located offshore from the Palawan coastline, this seventeen hectare sanctuary provides essential nesting grounds and ecological refuge, illustrating the complex geography of small island conservation in the tropical Sulu Sea.

Area
0.172 km²
Established
1970
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
National parkMindoro
About 353 km away#9 closest

Northeast

Mounts Iglit, Baco National Park: Philippines Protected Landscape and Geographic Identity

Explore Mindoro's significant national park and its mapped natural terrain.

Delve into Mounts Iglit, Baco National Park, a protected national park located on the island of Mindoro. This entry offers a detailed geographic perspective, focusing on its mapped boundaries and its role within the archipelago's conservation landscape. Understand the park's specific regional geography and its identity as a distinct protected area.

Relief
Mountain
Scope
Terrestrial
Wildlife reserveOccidental Mindoro
About 362 km away#10 closest

North

Mount Calavite Wildlife Sanctuary: Regional Geography and Protected Habitat Mapping

A historic wildlife reserve in Occidental Mindoro

Located in northwestern Occidental Mindoro, Mount Calavite Wildlife Sanctuary preserves a distinct vertical sequence of habitats, from remnant rainforest to high-elevation grasslands. The area is defined by ancient metamorphic geology and serves as a vital stronghold for range-restricted birds and the endangered Tamaraw. This atlas entry provides structured insight into the sanctuary's boundaries, terrain, and its enduring role in Philippine conservation geography.

Area
181.5 km²
Established
1920
Relief
Mountain
Scope
Terrestrial
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National parkPhilippines
About 373 km away#11 closest

Northeast

Lake Naujan National Park: An Atlas of Volcanic Lakes and Wetland Geography

Mapped protected landscapes in the Philippines

Lake Naujan National Park occupies a unique geographic position on Mindoro Island, centering on a vast volcanic freshwater lake. The protected area integrates diverse terrain ranging from aquatic wetland zones and thermal springs to lowland forests and managed agricultural buffers, providing an essential study in human-modified conservation landscapes.

National parkPhilippines
About 384 km away#12 closest

Northeast

Naujan Lake National Park: Philippines National Park Atlas and Protected Landscape

Explore its mapped boundaries and regional geographic context.

Naujan Lake National Park offers a focused exploration of a distinct protected landscape within the Philippines. This page details the park's specific geographic footprint and its characteristics as a national park. Understand its place within the archipelago's broader geography, providing a valuable entry point for atlas-based discovery of protected natural areas and their mapped extents across Southeast Asia.

Scope
Terrestrial
Water
Water-dominated
National parkPhilippines
About 385 km away#13 closest

East

Bulabog Putian National Park: Philippines National Park Geographic Context and Mapped Boundaries

Discover the protected landscape identity and regional atlas significance.

Bulabog Putian National Park stands as a designated national park in the Philippines, offering valuable insights for geographic and protected-area exploration. Users can understand its specific location and mapped presence within the country's natural landscape, contributing to a structured atlas of conservation areas. This entry focuses on the park's identity and geographic setting for informed discovery.

Area
8.543 km²
Established
1961
IUCN
V
Relief
Mountain
Marine protected areaSabah
About 415 km away#14 closest

Southwest

Tun Mustapha Marine Park: Mapping the Protected Marine Landscapes of Northern Sabah, Malaysia

An expansive marine protected area across fifty islands

Tun Mustapha Marine Park represents a major conservation landmark off the northern coast of Borneo. This profile details the park's geographic layout, its primary island groups including Banggi and Balambangan, and its position as a critical corridor for marine megafauna and coral reef biodiversity within the Sulu-Sulawesi ecoregion.

Area
8,988 km²
Established
2016
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Wildlife reserveNegros Occidental
About 422 km away#15 closest

East

Ilog-Hilabangan Watershed Forest Reserve: Geography and Protected Forest Boundaries

A vital wildlife reserve and watershed landscape in Negros Occidental

This protected area covers a vast expanse of lowland and montane tropical forest in the heart of Negros Island. By regulating the headwaters of major rivers and maintaining a secure habitat for threatened endemic species, the reserve acts as a fundamental component of the regional geography and biodiversity network in the Western Visayas.

Area
102.11 km²
Established
1990
Relief
Mountain
Scope
Terrestrial
National parkProvince of Romblon
About 433 km away#16 closest

Northeast

Mount Guiting-Guiting Natural Park: Mapped Geography and Protected Forest Landscapes

Exploring the highest massif in the Province of Romblon

Discover the geographic identity of Mount Guiting-Guiting Natural Park, a protected reserve encompassing the dense, old-growth rainforests of Sibuyan Island. This park serves as a key upland habitat, with its terrain rising sharply to the highest point in the Romblon province. MoriAtlas provides a clear view of its mountainous boundaries and the rugged forest gradients that define this significant island landscape.

Relief
Mountain
Water
Minor water
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National parkNegros Occidental
About 437 km away#17 closest

East

Mount Kanlaon Natural Park: Mapping the Volcanic Heart of Negros Island Protected Lands

A comprehensive geographic overview of volcanic terrain and rainforest habitats.

Mount Kanlaon Natural Park protects a defining massif in the Western Visayas, blending active volcanic features with some of the most intact tropical rainforests remaining on Negros Island. This geographic record maps the transition from steep, high-elevation ridges to lower-altitude forest boundaries, providing context on its importance as a refuge for threatened endemic wildlife and a significant center for regional biodiversity conservation.

Area
248.54 km²
Established
1934
Relief
Mountain
Scope
Terrestrial
Protected landscapeCalabarzon
About 442 km away#18 closest

Northeast

Taal Volcano Protected Landscape: Geographic Profile and Protected Area Map

Volcanic caldera and nested lake system in Calabarzon

Explore the layered topography of the Taal Volcano Protected Landscape. This protected area showcases a rare nested volcanic island within a freshwater lake, offering significant insights into the geological and aquatic geography of the Calabarzon region of the Philippines.

Area
622.92 km²
Established
1996
Water
Major water bodies
Wildlife reserveMarinduque
About 449 km away#19 closest

Northeast

Marinduque Wildlife Sanctuary: Map of the Protected Interior Forest

Exploring the essential wildlife habitats of Marinduque Island

Spanning 8,800 hectares of hilly terrain across five municipalities, the Marinduque Wildlife Sanctuary protects a critical block of forest. This reserve is recognized as a vital sanctuary for endemic Philippine species and forms a significant ecological backbone within the heart of the island landscape.

Area
88.28 km²
Established
2004
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Tropical
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Nature reserveCalabarzon
About 465 km away#20 closest

Northeast

Mount Makiling Nature Reserve: Volcanic Geography and Forest Landscapes in Calabarzon

A historic forest reserve and prominent volcanic landmark on Luzon

Mount Makiling represents a layered conservation landscape, functioning as both an active site for forest research and a significant volcanic massif within the Calabarzon region. The area features a complex of subsidiary cones, mud springs, and essential watersheds that define its ecological and cultural identity. Gain a deeper understanding of its geographic boundaries and its importance as a pioneering protected area in Philippine conservation history.

Established
1910
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Tropical
Access
Easy access
Distance methodology

Geographic measurements, not driving distances

How nearby park distances are calculated

Distances use park boundaries whenever the available geometry allows it. When one or both boundaries are missing, the mapped park locations provide a clearly labelled estimate. Every value represents straight-line geographic separation and does not use roads or routing.

Boundary distance

Calculated between the nearest points of both park boundaries.

Location-to-boundary estimate

Estimated from one mapped park location to the nearest boundary of the other park.

Mapped-location estimate

Estimated between the mapped locations of both parks.

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Delve deeper into the mapped reef systems and island sanctuaries of Port Barton Marine Park. MoriAtlas provides structured geographic data on the protected waters of Pagdanan Bay, helping you understand the ecology and community-based stewardship that defines this unique Palawan coastal zone.

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