Laguna El Jocotal
El Salvador, San Miguel
Laguna El Jocotal
About Laguna El Jocotal
One of El Salvador's most important freshwater wetland systems and a Ramsar site (designated 1996), comprising two permanent lagoons — Laguna del Jocotal and Laguna de San Juan — in the southeastern lowlands of San Miguel department near the slopes of San Miguel Volcano. The refuge supports an extraordinary concentration of waterbirds including over 20,000 individuals from 252 species, plus spider monkeys, American crocodiles, and yellow-naped parrots.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Laguna El Jocotal located?
Laguna El Jocotal is located in San Miguel, El Salvador at coordinates 13.37, -88.24.
How do I get to Laguna El Jocotal?
To get to Laguna El Jocotal, the nearest city is San Miguel (25 km).
How large is Laguna El Jocotal?
Laguna El Jocotal covers approximately 44.79 square kilometers (17 square miles).
When was Laguna El Jocotal established?
Laguna El Jocotal was established in 1976.