Três Picos State Park

Três Picos State Park is a protected nature reserve within the Atlantic Forest, spanning across five municipalities with towering mountain peaks rising prominently above the surrounding terrain. The landscape contains dense vegetation in lower areas and opens up to higher elevations with different plant life and views.

The park was created in 2002 when authorities decided to protect portions of the Atlantic Forest from further degradation. This action aimed to safeguard the remaining forest areas still standing in the Rio de Janeiro region.

Climbers and hikers are drawn to this place to test themselves on its peaks and ridge lines. The park has become a gathering point for people who love mountains and want to experience the forest in its raw form.

The reserve sits across mountainous terrain and can be accessed from several towns, with varying difficulty levels for different routes. Visitors should prepare for trail hiking and watch weather conditions, as elevation changes rapidly throughout the area.

The shifting elevations create different forest types, with mist often wrapping around the peaks in higher zones. These cloud forests look remarkably different from the lush lowland areas below them.

Location: Região Metropolitana do Rio de Janeiro

Operator: Instituto Estadual do Ambiente do Rio de Janeiro

GPS coordinates: -22.41155,-42.79405

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01