Patuca
Honduras, Olancho
Patuca
LocationHonduras, Olancho
RegionOlancho
TypeNational Park
Coordinates14.8000°, -85.5000°
Established1999
Area3755.84
Nearest CityCatacamas (80 km)
About Patuca
Honduras's largest national park, Patuca protects a vast lowland and submontane rainforest in eastern Olancho bordering Nicaragua. This wilderness of dense jungle, rivers, and indigenous Pech and Tawahka communities is a critical buffer for the larger Moskitia conservation complex.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Patuca located?
Patuca is located in Olancho, Honduras at coordinates 14.8, -85.5.
How do I get to Patuca?
To get to Patuca, the nearest city is Catacamas (80 km).
How large is Patuca?
Patuca covers approximately 3,755.84 square kilometers (1,450 square miles).
When was Patuca established?
Patuca was established in 1999.