Crystal Mountains National Park, National park in Komo Department, Gabon.
Crystal Mountains National Park is a protected area in the mountainous Komo region with peaks reaching nearly 900 meters high. The landscape features dense forests with varied vegetation and forms an important part of the Atlantic coastal forests of West Africa.
The park was established in 2002 as part of broader conservation efforts to protect tropical forests and their wildlife in the region. This protection came as part of an expanded initiative to safeguard natural resources across the country.
The park maintains two distinct areas, Mbe and Monte Sene, which represent critical zones for plant diversity within the Atlantic coastal forest region.
The park is reachable by car from Libreville airport in a few hours and offers trails through different forest types. The best time to visit is during the drier months when paths are easier to navigate.
A river crosses the area with waterfalls and power stations that supply electricity to the capital city. These installations connect the park to the region's modern infrastructure.
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