Yacambú National Park, National park in Lara, Venezuela
The park covers 14,850 hectares with altitudes ranging from 500 to 2,280 meters, containing cloud forests, wetlands, and alpine grasslands throughout its territory.
Established on June 12, 1962, the park bears the name of an indigenous Jirajara territory that served as a refuge during Spanish colonization.
Several indigenous communities near the park maintain traditional practices of sustainable resource management, contributing to environmental conservation efforts.
The temperature ranges between 14°C and 22°C year-round, with designated camping areas and maintained trails for visitors to explore.
The park houses Venezuela's only active fumarole and contains 14 percent of the country's known orchid species, approximately 60 different varieties.
Location: Lara
Inception: June 12, 1962
GPS coordinates: 9.63333,-69.66667
Latest update: May 11, 2025 23:53
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