Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Protected forest reserve in Cayo District, Belize.
The Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve stretches across 106,352 acres of Caribbean pine forests, broadleaf forests, grasslands, and limestone formations in central Belize.
The reserve gained protected status in 1944 to manage native pine forests, though a significant fire in 1949 caused extensive damage to the area.
The Rio Frio Cave system within the reserve contains archaeological evidence of Maya settlements, including pottery fragments and ceremonial artifacts.
Visitors access the reserve through guided tours offering activities such as mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, and swimming at natural pools.
The Thousand Foot Falls, measuring 1,600 feet in height, stands as the largest waterfall in Central America and cascades over granite formations.
Location: Cayo District
Inception: 1959
GPS coordinates: 16.96500,-88.91100
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:43
Natural, archaeological sites and islands in Belize featuring marine coral reefs, Mayan ruins, and nature reserves. The area includes the world's second largest coral reef, Mayan archaeological sites with pyramids and ancient structures, as well as nature reserves housing jaguars, birds, and marine species. Islands and cayes provide beaches, mangroves, and diving areas in the coral reefs. Caves and underground networks offer views of Mayan relics and geological formations. The diverse ecosystems include tropical forests, wetlands, mountains, and marine environments.
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