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Comprehensive Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Ujung Kulon National Park in Banten

This geographic profile details the physical characteristics of Ujung Kulon National Park located in the Banten region. The area features a mix of coastal and marine habitats, spanning 497.59 square kilometers with a maximum elevation of 620 meters. Discover the distribution of interior islands and mountain peaks, including Gunung Payung and Pulau Panaitan, within the established regional boundary.

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Java's last lowland rainforest stronghold and the world's final refuge for the critically endangered Javan rhinoceros

Ujung Kulon National Park

Ujung Kulon National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the westernmost tip of Java island in Banten province, Indonesia. It encompasses the Ujung Kulon peninsula, surrounding islands, and the Gunung Honje mountain range, representing the largest remaining tract of lowland rainforest remaining on Java. The park covers approximately 1,057 square kilometers, including both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. Established as a national park in 1992, it holds significant global conservation importance as the last known refuge for the critically endangered Javan rhinoceros, with current population estimates of approximately 82 individuals. The park's name translates to Western End or Point West in the local Banten Sundanese language, reflecting its geographic position at Java's western extremity.

Location: Indonesia
Park type: National park
Established: 1992
Area: 497.6 km²
Highest point: 620 m

Ujung Kulon National Park Protected Landscape

Location overview

Mapped regional boundaries and coastal marine island status

Geographic Setting and Regional Location of Ujung Kulon National Park

Ujung Kulon National Park spans Banten and Java within the territories of Indonesia and American Samoa. Mapped records identify the protected territory as a coastal, marine, and island reserve.

Countries: Indonesia
Regions: Banten, Java
Primary location: Banten
Geographic setting: Coastal · Island · Marine

Boundary and coordinates

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Ujung Kulon National Park Boundary Map and Spatial Dimensions

Interactive boundary mapping reveals the spatial footprint and territorial shape of the protected area. Accompanying dimensional metrics detail total area coverage and coordinate spans without survey-level claims.

Boundary area: 1,108.1 km²
Boundary perimeter: 246.7 km
Northernmost point: 6.5077° S
Southernmost point: 6.8783° S
Easternmost point: 105.65° E
Westernmost point: 105.0739° E
Geographic centre: 6.724° S, 105.3408° E
North–south span: 41 km
East–west span: 63.7 km

Taman Nasional Ujung Kulon

Elevation and terrain

Mountain relief summary and recorded physical features within the park

Ujung Kulon National Park Terrain and Elevation Geography

Ujung Kulon National Park records a maximum elevation of 620 meters across its mountain terrain classification. Linked natural feature cards detail recorded peaks, islands, bays, and capes located within the protected area.

Maximum elevation: 620 m
Highest point: 620 m

Selected named natural features

Capes

Tanjung Cangkuang

Islands

Pulau Panaitan

Peaks

Gunung Batu

Peaks

Gunung Patuja

Peaks

Pasir Kupang

Bays

Legon Sabini

Ujung Kulon National Park Natural Features

Environmental setting

Stored tropical climate zones, dominant forest cover, and relief types

Ujung Kulon National Park Environmental Settings and Landscape Classifications

Recorded habitat types and landscape features serve as complementary metrics for interpreting physical settings across the park. Associated atlas records connect these categories to broader regional geography and protected-area contexts.

Relief: Mountain
Climate: Tropical
Water: Major water bodies
Forest cover: Dense forest cover
Seasonality: Year-round

Landscape features

Mountains · Hills · Forest · Wetland · Coast · Islands · Beach

Habitat types

Tropical forest · Wetland · Coastal habitat · Marine habitat · Montane forest

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Browse a curated selection of national parks and protected areas located in the geographical vicinity of Ujung Kulon National Park. This structured view allows you to compare diverse conservation landscapes, understand their regional context, and discover adjacent protected terrains beyond Ujung Kulon's unique lowland rainforest ecosystem.

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Established: 1982
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

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Gunung Halimun National Park Protected Area

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Established: 1980
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Tropical

Gunung Gede Pangrango National Park Atlas

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Established: 1982
IUCN: II
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Way Kambas National Park Atlas

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Mount Ciremai National Park Atlas

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Relief: Mountain

Kerinci Seblat National Park Atlas

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Delve deeper into the unique atlas and geographic context of Ujung Kulon National Park. Understanding its mapped boundaries, diverse terrain, and critical role as a protected area provides essential insight into Java's remaining lowland rainforest ecosystems and the vital conservation efforts for species like the Javan rhinoceros.

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