Montecillos
Honduras, La Paz
Montecillos
LocationHonduras, La Paz
RegionLa Paz
TypeBiological Reserve
Coordinates14.2667°, -87.8667°
Established1987
Area27.4
Nearest CityLa Paz (20 km)
About Montecillos
Montecillos Biological Reserve protects cloud forest in the rugged mountains of La Paz, serving as an important watershed and wildlife corridor. The reserve supports quetzals, mountain trogons, and cloud-forest salamanders, contributing to the broader biological connectivity across Honduras's central highlands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Montecillos located?
Montecillos is located in La Paz, Honduras at coordinates 14.2667, -87.8667.
How do I get to Montecillos?
To get to Montecillos, the nearest city is La Paz (20 km).
How large is Montecillos?
Montecillos covers approximately 27.4 square kilometers (11 square miles).
When was Montecillos established?
Montecillos was established in 1987.