Barra de Santiago
El Salvador, Ahuachapán
Barra de Santiago
LocationEl Salvador, Ahuachapán
RegionAhuachapán
TypeWildlife Refuge
Coordinates13.7100°, -89.9800°
Established1994
Area28.68
Nearest CityCara Sucia (12 km)
About Barra de Santiago
A pristine coastal wetland complex along El Salvador's westernmost Pacific coast in Ahuachapán department, designated a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance in 2014. The area encompasses extensive mangrove forests, estuaries, barrier beaches, and open water habitat at the mouth of the Paz River near the Guatemalan border. Critical habitat for migratory shorebirds, nesting sea turtles, and American crocodiles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Barra de Santiago located?
Barra de Santiago is located in Ahuachapán, El Salvador at coordinates 13.71, -89.98.
How do I get to Barra de Santiago?
To get to Barra de Santiago, the nearest city is Cara Sucia (12 km).
How large is Barra de Santiago?
Barra de Santiago covers approximately 28.68 square kilometers (11 square miles).
When was Barra de Santiago established?
Barra de Santiago was established in 1994.