Oncol Park facts for kids
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 Oncol Park
Location in Chile
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| Location | Los Ríos Region, Chile |
| Nearest city | Valdivia |
| Area | 393 km2 (152 sq mi) |
Oncol Park (in Spanish, Parque Oncol) is a special natural area in Chile. It's like a big outdoor classroom, full of amazing plants and animals. This park is a protected space, meaning it's kept safe for nature to thrive.
You can find Oncol Park about 32 km (20 mi) away from the city of Valdivia. It's located in the Los Ríos Region of Chile.
What is Oncol Park?
Oncol Park covers an area of about 7.54 km2 (3 sq mi). Most of this park is on a mountain called Cerro Oncol. This mountain is 715 m (2,346 ft) tall, making it the highest point in the Valdivian Coast Range. Even though it's a mountain, it's only 5 km (3 mi) from the coast!
A Special Forest
The park is part of a much larger area of 15 km2 (6 sq mi) of continuous Valdivian temperate rain forest. This type of forest is very unique. It's a cool, wet forest with lots of different kinds of trees and plants. It's similar to rainforests you might know, but it's found in a cooler climate.
Amazing Views
If you climb to the top of Cerro Oncol, you can see incredible sights. On a clear day, you might spot Llaima Volcano and Villarrica Volcano. You can even see Mount Tronador, which is a huge mountain on the border between Chile and Argentina. Imagine seeing three big mountains from one spot!
Who Owns the Park?
Oncol Park is owned by a company called Celulosa Arauco y Constitución. This company mainly produces wood pulp, which is used to make paper and other products. They help protect this important natural area.
Learn More
- In Spanish: Parque Oncol para niños
