Serra do Rola-Moça State Park

Serra do Rola-Moça State Park is a protected area in Minas Gerais spanning four municipalities: Belo Horizonte, Nova Lima, Ibirité, and Brumadinho. The park features walking trails, mountain biking routes, birdwatching spots, and visitor centers with environmental education programs.

The park was established by state decree in 1994 and became one of Brazil's largest environmental preservation areas in urban regions. This protected area was created to safeguard the natural landscape from development.

The park's name comes from a folk tale that inspired a poem by Mário de Andrade, which later became a song by Martinho da Vila. This story remains connected to the region's identity and how locals speak about the place.

The park can be accessed through several entry points and offers activities for different fitness levels. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for changing elevation as they explore.

The park contains rare ferruginous fields found only in Minas Gerais' Iron Quadrangle and in Carajás in Pará state. This geological feature makes the area distinct among Brazil's protected landscapes.

Location: Minas Gerais

Inception: 1994

GPS coordinates: -20.04157,-44.00999

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52