Monterrico
Guatemala, Santa Rosa
Monterrico
LocationGuatemala, Santa Rosa
RegionSanta Rosa
TypeMultiple Use Area
Coordinates13.9167°, -90.4833°
Established1977
Area28
Nearest CityTaxisco (20 km)
About Monterrico
A multiple-use protected area on Guatemala's Pacific coast protecting mangroves, estuaries, and black-sand beaches that serve as critical nesting grounds for olive ridley, leatherback, and hawksbill sea turtles. Managed by CECON-USAC, the area includes the Monterrico-Hawaii beach complex popular with sea turtle conservation volunteers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Monterrico located?
Monterrico is located in Santa Rosa, Guatemala at coordinates 13.9167, -90.4833.
How do I get to Monterrico?
To get to Monterrico, the nearest city is Taxisco (20 km).
How large is Monterrico?
Monterrico covers approximately 28 square kilometers (11 square miles).
When was Monterrico established?
Monterrico was established in 1977.