Pico Bonito National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pico Bonito National Park |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Pico Bonito National Park, January 2014
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 Pico Bonito National Park
Location in Honduras
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| Location | Honduras |
| Area | 564.30 km2 (217.88 sq mi) |
| Established | 1 January 1987 |
Pico Bonito National Park is a beautiful national park located in Honduras. It was created on January 1, 1987. This park covers a huge area of about 564 square kilometers (218 square miles). The land inside the park goes from low areas (60 meters) all the way up to very high mountains (2,480 meters).
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Exploring Pico Bonito National Park
Pico Bonito National Park is found in northern Honduras. It is part of a mountain range called Cordillera Nombre de Dios. The park is near the coastal city of La Ceiba. It is also close to the town of El Porvenir. This park is an important part of the Mesoamerican Biological Corridor. This corridor helps connect natural areas across Central America.
The park and its surrounding areas cover about 1,073 square kilometers. This is roughly 20 by 20 miles, or 30 by 35 kilometers. It's a very large natural space!
Who Takes Care of the Park?
The Pico Bonito National Park Foundation (FUPNAPIB) helps manage this special place. This group is a non-profit organization. They work to protect the park's natural resources. FUPNAPIB was officially formed in 1993. They work with the government to care for the park.
FUPNAPIB has several important programs. They work on forest protection to keep the trees safe. They also help manage all the park's resources. The foundation teaches people about the environment. They also work on gender equality in local communities.
Helping the Environment
In 2005, FUPNAPIB started a special project. They teamed up with the EcoLogic Development Fund and the World Bank. This project helps capture and store carbon. This helps reduce the negative effects of climate change. The project also gives jobs and training to local people. They learn about planting new trees (reforestation) and smart farming (agroforestry).
Fun Activities in the Park
Pico Bonito National Park is a great place for adventures! Many people come here to watch birds. It's also popular for exciting activities like rafting and kayaking on the rivers. If you love walking, there are many trails for hiking. Several tour companies offer ways to get there. They also provide tours and places to stay.
See also
- List of mountain peaks of Central America
In Spanish: Parque nacional Pico Bonito para niños
