Passa Quatro National Forest

Passa Quatro National Forest is a protected woodland area in Minas Gerais containing native trees, Araucaria plantations, and eucalyptus groves spread across varying elevations. The grounds include a waterfall, two ornamental lakes, gardens, gazebos, and a playground with water fountains.

The forest received federal protection through ordinance 562 in 1968 and was initially managed by Instituto Nacional do Pinho. This early designation made it one of the region's oldest formally protected woodland areas.

Visitors walk through the forest to experience its waterfalls and lakes as places for leisure and reflection. The site serves as a space where people connect with native vegetation and local natural beauty.

The grounds are easy to walk around, with water access and resting spots distributed throughout the site. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and take their time to enjoy the various elevations at a relaxed pace.

The forest is part of a larger ecological corridor that allows maned wolves, ocelots, and cougars to move freely across the landscape. These large predators are rarely seen, but their presence demonstrates the ecological importance of this woodland area.

Location: Minas Gerais

Inception: October 25, 1968

GPS coordinates: -22.38926,-44.94684

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:47