Parque Nacional Pumalín, National park in northern Chilean Patagonia, Chile.
Pumalín National Park is a conservation area in northern Patagonia that contains temperate rainforests, glaciers, volcanoes, and coastal fjords across varied terrain. The landscape is dominated by dense forest vegetation with numerous trails connecting different ecosystems and geographical features.
The land was acquired starting in the 1990s specifically to prevent logging and forest destruction. It eventually transitioned to state ownership, creating a protected area open to the public.
The park has become a symbol of conservation success and draws visitors who want to experience how large natural areas can be protected and restored. People come to witness this transformation and to understand the landscape's ecological importance.
The park has two main access points, one on the western coast and another in the south, both without entrance fees. Visitors should prepare for changeable weather and bring sturdy footwear since the terrain is uneven and can be muddy.
The park contains one of the world's oldest rainforests with trees exceeding 3,000 years in age. This rare forest type exists in only a few places globally, making the ecosystem here particularly distinctive.
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