Pococí Canton

Pococí Canton extends from the Caribbean coast to the Cordillera Central mountains, divided into seven districts at different elevations. Roads connect these districts and provide access to commercial centers and farmland across the region.

This territory was part of the province of Suerre before European arrival, where the Huetares people lived under leaders like Camaquiri and Cocorí. These early settlements established the region's foundational cultural identity.

People throughout the canton maintain local traditions through markets, farming practices, and community gatherings that reflect the region's Caribbean and rural heritage. These everyday interactions show how different districts preserve their own customs and way of life.

Main routes connect all districts and allow easy travel through different landscapes and elevations across the area. Exploring with your own vehicle or a guided tour works best for reaching the various parts comfortably.

This area includes sections of Tortuguero National Park, where sea turtles nest on the Caribbean coast. It shows where rainforest and ocean meet directly without any separation.

Location: Limón Province

Capital city: Guápiles

Elevation above the sea: 26 m

Shares border with: Sarapiquí Canton, Siquirres Canton, Guácimo Canton, Turrialba Canton, Oreamuno Canton, Vázquez de Coronado Canton, Heredia Canton

Website: http://munipococi.go.cr

GPS coordinates: 10.21556,-83.79222

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:27