Peaks
Gerlachovský štít
2,655 m
Park geography
Transboundary relief spanning Prešov and Žilina from 710 to 2,654 metres
Slovakia's Tatra National Park mapped alpine mountain, water, cave, and karst geography
Trace Tatra National Park across a recorded 738 km² boundary in Slovakia's Prešov and Žilina regions. Its transboundary mountain relief rises from 710 to 2,654 metres, with majority forest, major waters, valleys, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, caves, and karst. Hrebienok, Belianska jaskyňa, and Gerlachovský štít are recorded within the park.
Slovakia's oldest national park protecting the alpine heart of the Carpathians
Tatra National Park
Tatra National Park is Slovakia's oldest national park, established on January 1, 1949, and serves as the centerpiece of protection for the Tatra Mountains, the highest range in the Carpathian Mountains. Located in north-central and eastern Slovakia, the park encompasses the Slovak portions of the Western Tatras and the Eastern Tatras, which include the renowned High Tatras and the Belianske Tatras. The park covers 738 square kilometers of dramatic alpine terrain, protecting over 100 mountain lakes known as tarns, more than 300 caves, and some of the most significant endemic flora and fauna in Europe. Its most iconic resident is the Tatra chamois, a critically endangered goat-antelope found nowhere else in the world. The park's ecological significance extends beyond Slovakia's borders, forming a transboundary biosphere reserve with the adjoining Polish national park since 1992.
- Location
- Slovakia
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1949
- Area
- 738 km²
- Highest point
- 2,654 m
Location overview
Mapped across the Žilina Region and Prešov Region with transboundary status
Tatra National Park Regional Geography and Location Overview in Slovakia
Tatra National Park is situated within Slovakia, spanning across both the Žilina Region and the Prešov Region. Administrative records confirm its transboundary status within the protected area network.
- Countries
- Slovakia
- Regions
- Prešov Region, Žilina Region
- Primary location
- Slovakia
- Geographic setting
- Transboundary · Inland
Boundary and coordinates
Interactive boundary geometry and calculated geographic measurements
Tatra National Park Boundary Map and Spatial Extent
Mapped park outlines provide precise spatial context for the protected territory. Accompanying measurements detail the total area coverage and coordinate spans across the protected landscape.
- Boundary area
- 743.1 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 262.1 km
- Northernmost point
- 49.328° N
- Southernmost point
- 49.0804° N
- Easternmost point
- 20.3677° E
- Westernmost point
- 19.5739° E
- Geographic centre
- 49.1895° N, 19.9993° E
- North–south span
- 27.5 km
- East–west span
- 57.8 km
Elevation and terrain
Vertical range data and recorded natural features across protected mountain terrain
Tatra National Park Elevation Profile and Mapped Mountain Terrain Geography
Review the recorded elevation summary detailing minimum and maximum height thresholds across protected mountain relief. Explore linked natural feature cards containing names, types, and spatial relationships within the landscape.
- Minimum elevation
- 710 m
- Maximum elevation
- 2,654 m
- Highest point
- 2,654 m
Selected named natural features
Peaks
Hrebienok
1,285 m
Cave entrances
Belianska jaskyňa
Mountain saddles
Prielom
2,288 m
Mountain saddles
Polský hrebeň
2,200 m
Peaks
Kriváň
2,494 m
Environmental setting
Alpine climate zones, forest cover, and terrain classifications
Tatra National Park Environmental Classifications and Physical Setting
Recorded landscape features and habitat types provide structured categories for reading the physical setting of Tatra National Park. Linked environmental classifications connect stored terrain and water data to related protected areas.
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Alpine
- Water
- Major water bodies
- Forest cover
- Mostly forested
- Seasonality
- Seasonal
Landscape features
Mountains · Valleys · Lakes · Rivers · Waterfalls · Cave · Karst
Habitat types
Temperate coniferous forest · Montane forest · Alpine meadow · Grassland · Wetland · Riverine habitat · Lacustrine habitat
Park atlas
Compare surrounding mountain terrain and regional protected areas in the Carpathian region.
Parks Near Tatra National Park and Connected Protected Landscapes
Browse nearby national parks and protected areas sharing similar alpine terrain across the Carpathian mountain range. Extending the geographic review beyond Tatra National Park reveals connected conservation landscapes and regional mountain geography.
National parkLesser Poland Voivodeship
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest
North
Tatra National Park: An Atlas Discovery of Poland's Alpine High-Mountain Protected Landscape
Glacial valleys, granite peaks, and mountain biodiversity in Lesser Poland.
Tatra National Park stands as a vital sanctuary for Poland's alpine mountain ecosystems. The protected area features a striking landscape of high-altitude rock formations, glacial cirques holding deep blue lakes, and extensive subterranean cave systems. By studying the park boundaries and vertical zonation, users gain insight into the ecological diversity of the Carpathian arc and the physical geography of the Lesser Poland region.
- Area
- 211.64 km²
- Established
- 1954
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 3.9M annual
National parkLesser Poland Voivodeship
Park boundaries overlap#2 closest
North
Tatrzański Park Narodowy: Alpine Peaks and Protected Glacial Valleys of Lesser Poland
High mountain geography and transboundary alpine terrain
Tatrzański Park Narodowy anchors the southern border of Poland with its unique alpine relief, crystalline granite structures, and karst formations. This protected area defines the character of the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, containing clear glacial lakes like Morskie Oko and distinct vegetation layers that support an array of endemic species in a shared high-mountain environment.
- Area
- 211.64 km²
- Established
- 1955
- Visitors
- 5.1M annual
- Relief
- Mountain
National parkSlovakia
8.9 km away#3 closest
Southwest
Low Tatras National Park: Slovakia's Vast National Park and Carpathian Protected Landscape
Explore mapped terrain and regional geographic context.
The Low Tatras National Park represents Slovakia's largest protected area, encompassing the entirety of the Low Tatras mountain range. Its landscape is defined by dramatic altitudinal diversity, from alpine summits like Ďumbier to extensive forest zones and significant karst formations with notable cave systems. This page provides detailed geographic context and map-based discovery for the park's protected boundaries and its ecological significance within the Carpathian region.
- Area
- 728 km²
- Established
- 1978
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
Nature reserveLesser Poland Voivodeship
10 km away#4 closest
North
Torfowiska Orawsko-Nowotarskie Nature Reserve: Mapped Geography and Protected Bog Landscapes
A vital peatland complex within the Polish Carpathian foothills.
Torfowiska Orawsko-Nowotarskie stands as one of the most comprehensive peatland conservation sites in the Polish Carpathians. Its landscape is defined by dome-shaped raised bogs, marshy pools, and boggy woodlands that occupy the broad intermontane basin of the Kotlina Orawsko-Nowotarska, offering a unique look at post-glacial wetland ecology.
- Area
- 82.667 km²
- Established
- 2007
- Relief
- Upland
- Climate
- Temperate
National parkLesser Poland Voivodeship
14 km away#5 closest
Northeast
Pieniński Park Narodowy: Mapping the Limestone Mountains of Lesser Poland Voivodeship
A historic protected area featuring the iconic Dunajec River gorge
Discover the unique geography of Pieniński Park Narodowy, an essential protected area in the Polish Carpathians. The terrain spans limestone cliffs, deep river gorges, and mountain ridges, offering deep insights into the region's karstic landscape and natural history.
- Area
- 23.46 km²
- Established
- 1932
- Visitors
- 815K annual
- Relief
- Mountain
National parkLesser Poland Voivodeship
14 km away#6 closest
Northeast
Pieniny National Park: Geographic and Protected Area Map Analysis of Lesser Poland
Limestone karst landscapes and Carpathian mountain terrain
Examine the topography of Pieniny National Park, from the towering Trzy Korony peaks to the narrow channels of the Dunajec River gorge. This detailed overview covers the protected limestone ridges and species-rich meadows that define one of the most prominent natural landscapes in the Lesser Poland region.
- Area
- 23.46 km²
- Established
- 1932
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 815K annual
National parkPrešov Region
16 km away#7 closest
Northeast
Pieniny National Park: Geographic Insights and Protected Landscape Mapping in Prešov Region
Explore karst terrain, river gorge geography, and mountain boundaries
Pieniny National Park showcases remarkable limestone scenery and rare karst microhabitats along the Slovak-Polish border. This atlas focus provides a technical overview of the park's physical boundaries, river canyon systems, and its geological significance within the Prešov Region. Access key geographic data regarding the Lesser Pieniny ridges and the unique ecological corridors that define this internationally recognized conservation zone.
- Area
- 37.5 km²
- Established
- 1967
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
National parkKošice Region
16 km away#8 closest
Southeast
Slovak Paradise National Park: Protected Area Mapping & Geographic Context in Košice Region
Explore the boundaries and terrain of this national park.
Investigate Slovak Paradise National Park, a designated national park situated within Slovakia's Košice Region. This detailed entry provides essential context for understanding its protected landscape features, mapped geographic distribution, and role within regional atlas exploration. Discover its unique terrain and boundaries to build a comprehensive view of Slovak conservation areas.
- Area
- 197.63 km²
- Established
- 1988
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
MoriAtlas Explorer
Explore the Alpine Terrain and Protected Boundaries of Tatra National Park
Gain a deeper understanding of Tatra National Park through structured map-based insights into its glacial geography and ecological significance. MoriAtlas provides a clear view of these protected Slovak landscapes, enabling focused exploration of the highest range within the Carpathian Mountains for those interested in alpine terrain and environmental conservation.
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