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Bahía Drake
District
Bahía Drake district location in Costa Rica
Bahía Drake district location in Costa Rica
Bahía Drake
Location in Costa Rica
Country  Costa Rica
Province Puntarenas
Canton Osa
Creation 3 August 2012
Area
 • Total 393.39 km2 (151.89 sq mi)
Elevation
60 m (200 ft)
Time zone UTC−06:00
Postal code
60506

Bahía Drake is a special area in Costa Rica. It is a district found in the Osa canton. This canton is part of the Puntarenas province. Bahía Drake is known for its amazing nature and wildlife. It is a popular spot for people who love adventure and exploring the outdoors.

What is Bahía Drake?

Bahía Drake is a district. A district is like a smaller part of a larger area. It helps organize how a country is divided. This district is located in the beautiful country of Costa Rica.

When was Bahía Drake Created?

Bahía Drake is a fairly new district. It was officially created on August 3, 2012. This happened through a special government decision. The decision was called Acuerdo Ejecutivo N° 36-2012-MGP.

Where is Bahía Drake Located?

Bahía Drake covers a large area. It spans about 393.39 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's bigger than many cities! The district is also located about 60 meters above sea level. This means it's not right on the beach, but a little bit higher up. Its location makes it a great place to see both the ocean and the rainforest.

How Many People Live Here?

When Bahía Drake was created in 2012, the last official count of people was in 2011. Because the district was so new, specific numbers for Bahía Drake were not yet available. The next census will help us learn more about its population.

See also

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