Morro do Chapéu State Park

Morro do Chapéu State Park is a 46,000-hectare protected area in Bahia located at 1,012 meters elevation and home to multiple river sources. The park encompasses tributaries of the Salitre, Jacaré, Utinga, and Jacuípe rivers as well as varied rock formations.

The protected area was originally established in 1973 through a decree but remained inactive until it was officially reopened in 1998 through another decree. This delay shaped how the park is managed today.

The park holds several archaeological sites with prehistoric cave paintings in Brejões, Boa Esperança, Igrejinha, and Cristal caves. These artworks show how long people have lived in this region.

The park offers hiking, bird watching, and exploration of geological formations along with opportunities to study local plants. Visitors should prepare for changing elevations and varied conditions throughout the area.

The protected area maintains over 540 cataloged springs, making it one of the most spring-rich areas in the region. These numerous water sources exist because of the site's unique terrain and climate.

Location: Bahia

Inception: August 17, 1998

GPS coordinates: -11.38209,-41.28413

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03