Baritú National Park

The 72,439-hectare protected area contains mountainous terrain covered in dense forests, with elevations ranging from 1,500 to 2,500 meters above sea level.

The Argentine government established Baritú National Park in 1974 through Law 20656 to preserve the region's cloud forests and protect endangered species.

Several indigenous communities maintain traditional practices in the surrounding areas, utilizing native plants for medicine and sustaining local customs.

The park requires entry through Bolivia due to its location, making it necessary for visitors to coordinate their travels through both countries.

This protected area represents Argentina's only tropical national park, containing rare species like jaguars, tapirs, and Andean bears within its boundaries.

Location: Salta Province

Inception: 1974

Elevation above the sea: 1,157 m

Website: https://argentina.gob.ar/interior/ambiente/parquesnacionales/baritu

GPS coordinates: -22.58333,-64.61667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:03