Poás Volcano, Active stratovolcano in Central Valley, Costa Rica.
The volcano features a massive crater measuring 1.6 kilometers across and containing a sulfuric acid lake with steam rising from multiple fumaroles.
The volcano has experienced 39 recorded eruptions since the mid-1800s, with a substantial event in 2017 leading to temporary closure and infrastructure modifications.
Local indigenous communities incorporate the natural formations of Poás Volcano into their traditional stories about earth spirits and natural forces.
Visitors must obtain advance reservations and can access the volcano between 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM, with guided tours limited to 20-minute intervals.
The crater contains Laguna Caliente, reaching depths of 900 meters and generating geysers that can shoot water up to 250 meters high.
Location: Costa Rica
Elevation above the sea: 2,708 m
GPS coordinates: 10.19776,-84.23080
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:53
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