Browse the geographic distribution of protected natural areas across the Lao landscape
Comprehensive Atlas of Protected Areas and Conservation Sites Throughout Laos
This geographic collection documents diverse protected areas in Laos, spanning key biodiversity corridors and important natural terrains. Gain context on how these sites contribute to the broader landscape, from expansive wetlands to significant forest habitats. Use this data to trace the regional footprint of conservation efforts across the country.
Flexible geographic index covering diverse regional habitats and reserves
Protected Area in Laos: Comprehensive Inventory of National Conservation Sites
Protected area in Laos encompasses essential conservation zones that fall outside narrower classification groups across the national landscape. Regional protected sites feature vital wetlands, evergreen forests, and freshwater habitats that sustain rich biodiversity throughout the country.
Explore matching protected areas in Laos featuring diverse regional terrain, from southern wetlands to dense forest reserves. Review individual conservation sites to examine habitat distribution and wildlife sanctuary geography across the country.
Protected areaSalavan Province
Phou Xieng Thong National Protected Area
A unique Mekong River protected area in Salavan Province
Phou Xieng Thong National Protected Area defines a unique geographic corridor in southern Laos. Spanning across Salavan and Champasak provinces, the park features a dramatic vertical transition from the Mekong River boundary up to an interior plateau. Its landscape, characterized by sheer cliffs and open rocky flats, serves as an essential ecological bridge and Important Bird Area within the regional conservation network.
Protected forest ecosystems in Savannakhet Province, Laos
Phou Xang He National Protected Area encompasses a vast, relatively undisturbed forest expanse in central Laos. This detailed look at the park's physical geography highlights its characteristic mix of deciduous and evergreen woodlands, serving as a vital habitat within the Annamite foothills region. Understand the spatial distribution of this protected landscape and its regional importance to conservation efforts across Savannakhet Province.
Wetland ecosystems and floodplain terrain of Savannakhet Province
Xe Champhone Wetlands encompass a broad floodplain landscape within Savannakhet Province, defined by its complex hydrology and diverse habitat zones. From rice paddies and reservoirs in the north to dense semi-evergreen forests in the south, this protected area serves as an essential subject for understanding monsoonal wetland geography and river-dependent ecosystems in southern Laos.
A rare tropical peatland mosaic and conservation corridor in southern Laos
Beung Kiat Ngong Wetlands is a distinct protected area in Champassak Province characterized by its rare tropical peatland formations, perennial swamps, and seasonal marshes. This site acts as a key flood regulator and biodiversity refuge within the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot, offering a complex terrain that bridges aquatic habitats with the nearby Xe Pian National Protected Area.
Nam Kading National Protected Area encompasses a vast, roadless wilderness in central Laos shaped by the Nam Kading river system. This protected landscape features deep valleys, dense evergreen forests, and dramatic relief that support a wide array of fauna and significant environmental research in the Bolikhamsai region.
More designation routesCompare adjacent conservation categories within the national park system1
Explore Other Protected Area Types and Designations in Laos
Examine alternative protected area classifications across Laos to understand how different conservation frameworks govern regional natural reserves. Comparing these administrative categories reveals the complete spectrum of protected landscapes within the country.
Country-specific atlas of wildlife-focused protected lands
Wildlife reserve
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Access the geographic record of wildlife reserves within Laos. This dataset focuses on areas managed for habitat integrity and animal protection, providing a clear perspective on how these specific protected lands are integrated into the wider national landscape and regional conservation strategy.
Share of country parks38%
3Mapped parksLaos Wildlife Reserve Protected Areas
