El Boquerón
El Salvador, San Salvador
El Boquerón
LocationEl Salvador, San Salvador
RegionSan Salvador
TypeNational Park
Coordinates13.7340°, -89.2940°
Established1994
Area2.23
Nearest CitySan Salvador (11 km)
About El Boquerón
National park centered on the dramatic crater of San Salvador Volcano (Quezaltepeque), rising 1,893 m above sea level and located just 11 km northwest of the capital. The main crater is 5 km wide and 558 m deep, with a small secondary crater (Boqueroncito) formed by the 1917 eruption. The park offers a network of hiking trails through cloud forest and stunning views over San Salvador.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is El Boquerón located?
El Boquerón is located in San Salvador, El Salvador at coordinates 13.734, -89.294.
How do I get to El Boquerón?
To get to El Boquerón, the nearest city is San Salvador (11 km).
How large is El Boquerón?
El Boquerón covers approximately 2.23 square kilometers (1 square miles).
When was El Boquerón established?
El Boquerón was established in 1994.