Diriá National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Diriá National Park |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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| Location | Costa Rica |
| Area | 28 km2 (11 sq mi) |
| Established | 1991 |
| Governing body | National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) |
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The Diriá National Park is a special protected area in Costa Rica. It's located in the Guanacaste Province, near the town of Santa Cruz. This park is part of the larger Tempisque Conservation Area. It helps protect different kinds of tropical forests, from dry areas to more humid ones found higher up in the central Nicoya Peninsula. The park also protects the important watersheds (areas where water collects and flows into rivers) of the Diriá, Tigre, Verde, and Enmedio rivers. These rivers have carved out deep valleys with steep sides over time.
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Discover Diriá National Park
Diriá National Park covers about 28 square kilometers (11 square miles). It was first set aside as a protected zone in 1991. Two years later, it became a National wildlife refuge, and in 2004, it was officially named a National Park. This change helped give it even stronger protection. The park is managed by the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC).
What You'll Find There
Diriá National Park is home to many amazing plants and animals. It protects both dry and humid tropical forests. This means you can see a wide variety of nature here!
Amazing Animals
The park is a safe home for many creatures. You might spot deer, noisy howler monkeys, interesting anteaters, and peccary (which are like wild pigs). The park is also a paradise for bird watchers, with 134 known species of birds living there.
Unique Plants
Besides animals, Diriá National Park protects many rare and special plants. Some of these plants are endemic, meaning they are found only in this specific area, like the Nicoya Peninsula. For example, you can find a type of bromeliad called Pitcairnia and a kind of Stenocereus cactus that grow nowhere else in the world!
Exploring the Park
The park has a ranger station that welcomes visitors every day from 8 AM to 4 PM. This is where your adventure can begin!
Trails and Waterfalls
From the ranger station, you can explore the park using two main trails. One of these trails leads to the beautiful Brasil Waterfall, a great spot to see nature up close.
Staying Overnight
If you want to spend more time exploring, the ranger station also has a basic dormitory. This means travelers can stay overnight right inside the park, making it easier to enjoy the early mornings or late evenings in nature.
See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional Diriá para niños
