Guartelá Canyon, Natural canyon in Paraná, Brazil.
Guartelá Canyon is a deep gorge between Tibagi and Castro municipalities, carved by the Iapó River. The walls drop sharply, creating an impressive landscape of rock faces and thick vegetation.
The protected area was established in 1992 to preserve the landscape and archaeological sites. Rock paintings found in the gorge date back thousands of years and were created by early inhabitants.
The name Guartelá comes from early settlers who warned each other about Kaingang indigenous peoples living in the region. This history shaped how locals understood and spoke about the place.
The park is accessible through marked trails that wind through the protected area. Visitors should prepare for varying terrain and trail conditions depending on which routes they choose to explore.
Four different forest types meet in this area: Araucaria Forest, Grasslands, Cerrado Savanna, and Peroba Forest. This blend of ecosystems makes the place special for wildlife and plant species.
Location: Paraná
GPS coordinates: -24.54944,-50.26944
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:03
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