Sumapaz Natural Park

Sumapaz Natural Park is a vast protected area spanning across the Eastern Range in Colombia, covering portions of multiple departments. The landscape combines high-altitude grasslands with mountain forests, creating a mosaic of different ecosystems in a single location.

The park was established in 1977 to protect the world's largest páramo ecosystem and its crucial water resources for the nation. This decision reflected growing awareness of the region's importance for water supply and biodiversity conservation.

Local communities participate in conservation projects like Common Gardens and Biodiversity Farms, sharing traditional knowledge about the park's ecosystem management.

The páramo zone is accessible from the Usme area, with guided visits required and special safety measures for the high altitude environment. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions and follow park authority guidelines throughout their stay.

The terrain rises from tropical forests to bare high-altitude zones, hosting animals like mountain tapirs, páramo rabbits, and yellow-eared parrots. This elevation range allows visitors to experience multiple vegetation zones on a single journey.

Location: Bogotá

Location: Cundinamarca Department

Location: Huila Department

Location: Meta Department

Inception: 1977

Website: http://parquesnacionales.gov.co/PNN/portel/libreria/php/decide.php?patron=01.020220

GPS coordinates: 4.41667,-74.10000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40