Goytacazes National Forest

Goytacazes National Forest is a protected area covering about 1,400 hectares (3,460 acres) along the Doce River within the Atlantic Forest region. The landscape consists of dense vegetation with multiple tree species and provides habitat for numerous animal species.

The government established this protected area in 2002 as a conservation measure for the region's forest resources. This action was part of broader efforts to safeguard Atlantic Forest ecosystems from deforestation.

The forest holds meaning for local residents who use the river areas for daily activities and recreation. It represents green space that locals recognize as a natural refuge within their region.

Access to the forest is available through roads near the city of Linhares, which serves as the main entry point. It is advisable to start at local information centers to learn about the best routes through the area.

The area developed on alluvial soils formed during the last marine recession in the Holocene period. These special soil conditions have supported the growth of specialized plant species found nowhere else.