Serra do Brigadeiro State Park

Serra do Brigadeiro State Park is a protected area in Minas Gerais that contains mountains, valleys, and various ecological zones of the Atlantic Forest. The land spans multiple municipalities and features trails ranging from easy to challenging routes.

The park was established in 1996 through an official decree to protect the region's biodiversity and forest areas. This protected status marked an important step in conserving the local ecosystems.

The towns surrounding the park practice traditional crafts and farming methods that reflect the region's rural heritage. Visitors can experience these living traditions directly in the villages at the park's edges.

The park can be accessed through several entry points in different municipalities such as Araponga and Muriaé, with marked trails of varying lengths. Visitors should prepare for uneven terrain and changing weather conditions at higher elevations.

The terrain displays different climate zones depending on elevation, supporting specialized plant communities and native animal species. These varied conditions make each section of the park feel like a different experience.

Location: Araponga

Location: Fervedouro

Location: Miradouro

Location: Divino, Minas Gerais

Location: Muriaé

Location: Pedra Bonita

Location: Sericita

Location: Ervália

Inception: 1996

Address: Estrada Araponga/Servidouro - km 15 s/n, Zona Rural, 36594-000, Araponga, MG

Email: pebrigadeiro@meioambiente.mg.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -20.71528,-42.44750

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07