Parque Sierra San Javier, Nature reserve in Tucumán, Argentina.
The Sierra San Javier Park spans 14,174 hectares of protected land, featuring diverse ecosystems from subtropical forests to mountain grasslands at elevations between 650 and 1,876 meters.
The University of Tucumán established this protected area on August 10, 1973, to preserve water resources, forests, and wildlife in the Tucumán plains region.
Local guides lead educational walks through the park's trails, sharing knowledge about the Yungas forest ecosystem and its traditional significance to the region.
Visitors can access multiple trails, including the beginner-friendly Anta Yacu path, which extends 2,500 meters and takes approximately 90 minutes to complete.
The park houses over 200 bird species and numerous mammals, including peccaries and small wildcats, within its varied altitude zones and vegetation patterns.
GPS coordinates: -26.71667,-65.36667
Latest update: April 2, 2025 07:01
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