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Situated in the Caribbean La Amistad Conservation Area of Costa Rica, located on the western slopes of the Cordillera de Talamanca, Barbilla National Park protects the natural landscape and wildlife and is an excellent destination for travelers looking to participate in eco-tourism.
Spanning more than 29,500 acres, Barbilla National Park is home to an impressive variety of plant and wildlife species. Because it is one of the least-visited parks in the country, visitors to the site will feel as though they are simply out on a nature walk by themselves, sharing the natural beauty with the incredible birds and animals that populate the area.
Barbilla National Park, which was created in 1982, is relatively untouched, with only a few small clearings created for human habitation. In addition, the national park is a Costa Rican cultural and historical treasure, as it is home to the indigenous Cabecar Tribe.
The Cabecars are one of the few indigenous groups in Central America to have maintained their religious myths across generations and they remain uninfluenced by the prosperity and social changes that exist throughout the rest of the country.
The virgin rainforest located inside the park is kept green throughout the year, as the average annual rainfall ranges between 140 and 180 inches. In addition to the rain, the region's humid climate (the temperature averages between 64 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit) makes Barbilla National Park a natural home for a wide variety of flora and fauna.
Some of the endangered species that hikers, photographers and nature lovers will enjoy viewing include the puma, the sun heron, the ocelot and the jaguar.
One of the biggest attractions at Barbilla National Park is hiking, as the nearby Dantas River and Ayil Lagoon are must-see destinations that are accessible on foot. As most of the trails scattered throughout the park are unmarked, travelers should notify a ranger prior to entering and trained guides might be the best option.
The park's main entrance is located just two miles from the city of Siquirres, which is situated along the highway that leads to the province of Limon. After turning off of the highway, travelers should drive on a dirt road for approximately 10 miles into the town of Brisas de Pacuarito, where the park is located.
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