List of national parks of the Dominican Republic facts for kids
The National parks of the Dominican Republic are special areas that protect nature and history. They are found on and near the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean Sea. These parks help keep important plants, animals, and beautiful landscapes safe for everyone to enjoy now and in the future.
What is the Dominican National Park System?
The Dominican Republic has a system of protected areas. This system includes:
- Urban parks and fun recreational areas.
- Nature reserves that protect the country's natural homes for plants and animals.
- Zoological and botanical gardens that also help protect different kinds of plants and animals.
The Ministry of the Environment is the group in charge of these parks. Their main job is to make sure the country's natural resources and unique nature are kept safe. They want to make sure these special places can be enjoyed by people today and for many years to come.
Amazing National Parks to Explore
Here is a list of some of the incredible national parks in the Dominican Republic:
- Cueva de las Maravillas National Park (Cave of Miracles National Park)
This park is near San Pedro de Macorís on the south coast. It is famous for its caves filled with ancient paintings made by the Taíno people.
- Parque Nacional Del Este (Del Este National Park)
Located in the southeast, this park is between La Romana and the Yuma River. It includes the beautiful coastal island of Isla Saona in the Caribbean Sea. More than 110 different kinds of birds and even dolphins live here! It is also known as Cotubanamá National Park.
- El Choco National Park (Parque Nacional El Choco)
This park is near Cabarete on the coast. You can explore its caves, and even swim in some of them! You can also explore El Choco on horseback. Many native orchids grow in the park's natural homes.
- La Gran Sabana National Park
- Isabel De Torres National Park (Parque Nacional Isabel De Torres)
This park is found in San Felipe de Puerto Plata.
- Isla Cabritos National Park (Parque Nacional Isla Cabritos)
This park is on Cabritos Island, which is in Enriquillo Lake. It is in the southwestern Dominican Republic, close to the border with Haiti.
- Jaragua National Park (Parque Nacional Jaragua)
Found in the southwestern Dominican Republic, this park is home to 130 different kinds of birds. It also has ancient pictographs (rock drawings) made by the Taíno people that are 4,500 years old!
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- José Armando Bermúdez National Park (Parque Nacional Armando Bermúdez)
This park is in the Cordillera Central mountain range. It has some of the highest mountains in the Caribbean, including Pico Duarte, which is the tallest peak.
- José del Carmen Ramírez National Park (Parque Nacional José Del Carmen Ramírez)
This park is in the center of the island, near San Juan de la Maguana.
- La Caleta Underwater National Park
This is a special park that is underwater! It protects marine life and underwater features.
- Los Haitises National Park (Parque Nacional Los Haitises)
Located on Samaná Bay, this park is home to 700 different kinds of plants and 110 different kinds of birds.
- Monte Cristi National Park (Parque Nacional Monte Cristi)
This park is in the northwestern Dominican Republic, near the border with Haiti.
- Sierra De Baoruco National Park (Parque Nacional Sierra De Baoruco)
This park is in the high Sierra De Baoruco mountain range in the southwestern Dominican Republic, towards the border with Haiti. The city of Barahona and Enriquillo Lake are nearby.
- The Three Eyes National Park (Parque Nacional Los Tres Ojos)
Near Santo Domingo, this natural area has a series of caves and underground lagoons where you can see crystal-clear water.
- Valle Nuevo National Park (Parque Nacional Valle Nuevo)
Also known as Juan Bautista Perez Rancier National Park, this park is on a high plateau, about 7,500 feet above sea level. It is located across parts of Azua Province, La Vega Province, and San José de Ocoa Province. The park features include the Las Pirámides de Valle Nuevo, the Monument to Caamaño, and Salto de Aguas Blancas (Aguas Blancas falls), which is the highest waterfall in the Antilles.
- Reserva Científica Ébano Verde
This is a scientific and nature reserve located near the town of Constanza. It helps protect specific plant and animal species.
- Pueblo Viejo National Park
This park includes the old city of Concepción de la Vega and the Pueblo Viejo gold mine.
See also
In Spanish: Zonas protegidas de República Dominicana para niños
- Flora of Hispaniola — Learn about plants in the Dominican Republic & Haiti.
- List of national parks — See national parks around the world.
