Chocoyero-El Brujo Natural Reserve

Chocoyero-El Brujo Natural Reserve spreads across tropical forest in volcanic hills with two prominent waterfalls carved into the landscape. The terrain shifts between dense woodland and open areas where water cascades through rocky valleys.

The government established this conservation area in 1993 to protect water sources and plant species in the region. This decision recognized how critical the forest was for water supply to surrounding areas.

Nearby communities share knowledge about forest conservation with visitors through guided tours that reveal how people and nature coexist in this region.

Access to the site is through marked trails that climb through different elevations and suit various fitness levels. Bring water-resistant clothing since paths can become slippery after rain.

This forest supplies fresh water to Managua each day, making it essential to the capital city though few people realize it. Many visitors walk through the reserve without knowing they are in the source area of one of the region's most vital resources.

Location: Ticuantepe

Inception: 1993

GPS coordinates: 12.01667,-86.20000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:43