Barra Honda
Costa Rica, Guanacaste
Barra Honda
LocationCosta Rica, Guanacaste
RegionGuanacaste
TypeNational Park
Coordinates10.1667°, -85.3500°
Established1974
Area23.08
Nearest CityNicoya (20 km)
About Barra Honda
Costa Rica's only national park dedicated to cave exploration, Barra Honda protects a limestone plateau riddled with more than 40 caverns. The cave system features stalactites, stalagmites, and fossilised remains of extinct species. The park also supports dry tropical forest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Barra Honda located?
Barra Honda is located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica at coordinates 10.1667, -85.35.
How do I get to Barra Honda?
To get to Barra Honda, the nearest city is Nicoya (20 km).
How large is Barra Honda?
Barra Honda covers approximately 23.08 square kilometers (9 square miles).
When was Barra Honda established?
Barra Honda was established in 1974.