São Francisco de Paula National Forest

Located within the Atlantic Forest biome, this 1,615-hectare forest contains both native Atlantic species and reforested zones with exotic trees and plants.

The National Pine Institute established this conservation area on October 25, 1968, to protect the natural resources and promote sustainable forest management.

The forest contributes to scientific research with five hostels accommodating up to 50 researchers who study the diverse flora and fauna species.

Visitors can explore two maintained nature trails while learning about the local ecosystem through guided tours provided by forest management staff.

Twenty endangered wildlife species inhabit this forest, which receives an average annual rainfall of 2,468 millimeters at altitudes reaching 922 meters.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Inception: October 25, 1968

GPS coordinates: -29.42278,-50.38639

Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:11