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Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Pan de Azúcar National Park in Chile

This geographic profile details the physical scope and natural landscape of Pan de Azúcar National Park. Discover structured data on its total land area, boundary coordinates, and the varied arid terrain that defines its location across the Atacama and Antofagasta regions of Chile.

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Coastal desert park with fog-sustained ecosystems and Humboldt penguin nesting colonies

Pan de Azúcar National Park

Pan de Azúcar National Park is a protected area in northern Chile that straddles the border between the Antofagasta Region and the Atacama Region. The park derives its name from the Spanish phrase for sugar loaf, referring to the distinctive profile of its islands and coastal formations. Established in 1985, the park encompasses approximately 438 square kilometers of coastal desert and steppe environments, making it one of the more ecologically diverse protected areas in Chile's arid north. The park's significance stems from its unique blend of marine and terrestrial ecosystems, where coastal fog (known locally as camanchaca) provides essential moisture that supports vegetation and wildlife in an otherwise rainless desert environment. The park includes Isla Pan de Azúcar, an offshore island that serves as a critical breeding ground for Humboldt penguins.

Location
Chile
Park type
National park
Established
1985
Area
437.5 km²
Pan de Azúcar National Park Protected Landscape
Location overview

Administrative placement in the Atacama and Antofagasta regions

Mapped Geographic Setting of Pan de Azúcar National Park

Pan de Azúcar National Park is situated within Chile, spanning the regional territories of Atacama and Antofagasta. Regional records define the official administrative footprint and geographic context of the protected area.
Countries
Chile
Regions
Antofagasta Region, Atacama Region
Primary location
Chile
Boundary and coordinates

Interactive boundary geometry and calculated area metrics

Pan de Azúcar National Park Boundary Map and Spatial Extent

Mapped park geometry establishes spatial context for the protected area across its regional extent. Accompanying measurements detail geographic spans, coordinate limits, and total area figures derived from spatial data.
Boundary area
429.9 km²
Boundary perimeter
113.2 km
Northernmost point
25.897° S
Southernmost point
26.234° S
Easternmost point
70.4986° W
Westernmost point
70.6936° W
Geographic centre
26.0865° S, 70.5876° W
North–south span
37.3 km
East–west span
19.5 km
Parque Nacional Pan de Azúcar
Terrain and natural features

Explore recorded streams, beaches, and peaks within the protected landscape.

Pan de Azúcar National Park Terrain and Named Natural Features

Mixed relief classifications govern the terrain across multiple recorded natural features located within the protected area. Linked feature cards supply names, types, and spatial relationships for each mapped element.

Selected named natural features

Streams

Quebrada Agua Salada

Beaches

Playa Piqueros

Beaches

Playa Blanca

Natural springs

Cachinal de la Costa

Peaks

Cerro Soldado

231 m

Streams

Quebrada Grande

Environmental setting

Arid desert terrain, coastal marine waters, and mixed relief features

Pan de Azúcar National Park Environmental Classifications and Physical Setting

Stored landscape features, habitat types, and climate classifications provide interpretive perspectives on the physical setting of Pan de Azúcar National Park. Recorded categories connect directly to related protected areas and regional atlas destinations for structured geographic browsing.
Relief
Mixed relief
Climate
Arid
Water
Major water bodies
Forest cover
No forest cover

Landscape features

Mountains · Valleys · Cliffs · Coast · Beach · Islands · Desert

Habitat types

Coastal habitat · Marine habitat · Desert habitat · Steppe

Park atlas

Map Chile's coastal desert and steppe, comparing adjacent protected areas and their geographic spread across the Atacama and Antofagasta Regions.

Discover Nearby Protected Areas: Expand Your Exploration Beyond Pan de Azúcar National Park

From Pan de Azúcar National Park, browse other national parks and protected areas in Chile's northern regions, focusing on coastal desert ecosystems and marine-terrestrial interfaces. This structured view helps you compare the geographic context, conservation landscapes, and unique biological features of protected areas spanning the Atacama and Antofagasta Regions.
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National parkAntofagasta Region
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Northeast

Llullaillaco National Park: Mapped Volcanic Terrain and Protected Andean Landscape

Explore the high-altitude desert ecosystem and national park boundaries.

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Area
2,687 km²
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Arid
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Southeast

Nevado Tres Cruces National Park: National Park in Atacama Region's Mapped Geography

Explore protected landscapes and regional park context.

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Area
591 km²
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Alpine
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National parkAtacama Region
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South

Llanos de Challe National Park: Unique Coastal Desert and Lomas Ecosystem

Atacama Region National Park with Dramatic Terrain and Wildlife

Llanos de Challe National Park presents a rare protected coastal desert environment within the Atacama Region. Its unique lomas ecosystem, sustained by coastal fog, supports a surprising diversity of life. The park encompasses striking geographic features, from unspoiled white-sand beaches to rugged mountainous terrain, offering a clear example of a vital protected landscape with significant guanaco populations and unique flora, all mapped within its regional context.

IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
Climate
Arid
Scope
Mixed
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National parkAntofagasta Region
261 km away#4 closest

North

Morro Moreno National Park National Park: Mapped Landscape and Regional Geography in Antofagasta

Explore its protected boundaries and arid terrain.

Morro Moreno National Park represents a vital protected area within the northern Chilean landscape of the Antofagasta Region. This national park serves as a focal point for understanding the specific geography and mapped terrain characteristic of this arid zone. By examining Morro Moreno National Park, users gain insight into the distribution of protected lands and the unique natural context it provides for regional geographic study.

Area
73.14 km²
Established
2010
IUCN
II
Relief
Upland
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National parkArgentina
323 km away#5 closest

South

San Guillermo National Park: High Andes Protected Landscape & Vicuña Conservation Area

Explore its rugged terrain and arid mountain ecosystem.

San Guillermo National Park, a key national park in Argentina's San Juan Province, protects over 166,000 hectares of high-altitude Andean wilderness. Its landscape is defined by arid mountain ranges and expansive puna grasslands, serving as a critical sanctuary for vicuñas and other high-Andean wildlife. This page offers detailed geographic context for understanding the park's protected boundaries, unique terrain, and its importance as a mapped conservation area.

Area
1,660 km²
Established
1998
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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Northeast

Reserva nacional de fauna andina Eduardo Abaroa: Protected Area and Andean Terrain Map

High-altitude volcanic landscapes and flamingo wetlands in Potosí, Bolivia.

The Reserva nacional de fauna andina Eduardo Abaroa represents one of the most distinctive protected landscapes in the Andes. Spanning across the Altiplano, the terrain encompasses geothermal geyser fields at Sol de Mañana, dramatic volcanic summits like Licancabur, and specialized mineral lagoons. This protected area offers a look at extreme environmental adaptation, where high-altitude desert formations meet rare, nutrient-rich wetlands that sustain significant populations of Andean, James's, and Chilean flamingos.

Area
7,147.45 km²
Established
1973
IUCN
IV
Visitors
152.9K annual
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National parkLa Rioja Province
442 km away#7 closest

Southeast

Talampaya National Park: Argentinian National Park with Dramatic Desert Canyons

Explore protected landscape and mapped geography in La Rioja Province.

Talampaya National Park, a significant national park in Argentina's La Rioja Province, offers a profound exploration of a dramatic desert canyon environment. This protected area is renowned for its rich paleontological sites, yielding crucial dinosaur fossils, and for its well-preserved indigenous petroglyphs carved into ancient rock formations. Understanding Talampaya National Park provides vital context for the region's geography and its place within Argentinian protected lands and mapped natural landscapes.

Area
2,150 km²
Established
1997
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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National parkTucumán Province
453 km away#8 closest

East

Aconquija National Park: Southern Andean Yungas Protected Landscape in Tucumán Province

Explore its montane forest and mapped geographic context.

Aconquija National Park is a significant federal protected area located in Tucumán Province, Argentina. This national park is dedicated to conserving the diverse Southern Andean Yungas montane forest ecosystem, characterized by a dramatic elevational gradient. Its landscapes transition from cloud forest to high alpine terrain, offering a unique opportunity to study and appreciate a well-preserved montane environment within a critical geographic region. Discover the mapped extent and ecological importance of this protected area.

Area
700 km²
Established
1995
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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Delve deeper into the protected landscape of Pan de Azúcar National Park. Understanding its specific geography, mapped features, and regional context enriches your atlas exploration. This resource provides the structured details needed to grasp the park's unique natural identity and its significance as a conservation area in South America.