Corumbataí-Botucatu-Tejupá Environmental Protection Area, Environmental Protection Area in the state of São Paulo, Brazil
The Corumbataí-Botucatu-Tejupá Environmental Protection Area is a large protected zone in São Paulo spanning thousands of hectares with mixed forests, streams, and rolling terrain shaped by volcanic rock formations. The landscape features steep ridges and escarpments alongside open clearings, vegetation-covered slopes, and waterways that create varied scenery throughout the three separate sections.
The protection area was officially established in 1983 to safeguard the volcanic rock formations and biodiversity of the region. Since then, government authorities and local groups have worked together to maintain the space and preserve its ecological importance for the future.
The area holds meaning for nearby communities who have lived with this land for generations and practice sustainable activities within it. Visitors can observe how locals engage with nature through hiking, photography, and quiet appreciation while maintaining the space for everyone.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water as the area is extensive and involves exploring varied terrain with hills and slopes. Basic facilities like parking and restrooms are available, but accessibility for mobility needs is limited, so plan accordingly before your visit.
A major underground aquifer called the Guarani lies beneath the protected area, supplying clean water to the region and making water protection as important as the visible landscape. This hidden resource shows how conservation here benefits communities far beyond those who walk its trails.
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