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Santa Rosa

Costa Rica, Guanacaste

Santa Rosa

LocationCosta Rica, Guanacaste
RegionGuanacaste
TypeNational Park
Coordinates10.8333°, -85.6167°
Established1971
Area386.14
Nearest CityLiberia (35 km)
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About Santa Rosa

Costa Rica's oldest national park, Santa Rosa protects the largest expanse of dry tropical forest in Central America. It is also a major sea turtle nesting site at Playa Nancite, where olive ridley turtles mass nest in spectacular "arribadas." The park has important historical significance as the site of several battles.

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Where is Santa Rosa located?

Santa Rosa is located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica at coordinates 10.8333, -85.6167.

How do I get to Santa Rosa?

To get to Santa Rosa, the nearest city is Liberia (35 km).

How large is Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa covers approximately 386.14 square kilometers (149 square miles).

When was Santa Rosa established?

Santa Rosa was established in 1971.