Irazú Volcano National Park, National park in Cartago Province, Costa Rica
The park encompasses a complex volcanic shield covering 500 square kilometers with five distinct craters and surrounding areas of low vegetation.
The first documented eruption occurred in 1723, causing numerous earthquakes and leading Spanish authorities to record detailed observations of volcanic activity.
The name originates from an indigenous settlement called Iztaru, which translates to mountain of thunder and tremors in the native language.
The park maintains restroom facilities, picnic areas, and parking spaces, with access through paved roads from both Cartago and San Jose.
From the summit at 3,432 meters, visitors can see both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea on clear weather days.
Location: Cartago Province
Inception: 1955
GPS coordinates: 9.97500,-83.86528
Latest update: May 11, 2025 20:41
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