Río Escalante-Chacocente
Nicaragua, Carazo
Río Escalante-Chacocente
About Río Escalante-Chacocente
The largest sea turtle nesting refuge on Nicaragua's Pacific coast, Chacocente protects both an outstanding beach nesting area and 48 km² of the last remaining dry tropical forest and mangrove swamps on the Pacific coast of Central America. Five species of sea turtle nest here, and the forest provides habitat for jaguars, pumas, white-tailed deer, and troops of white-faced and howler monkeys. The site is also important for nesting crocodiles.
No photos available yet
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Río Escalante-Chacocente located?
Río Escalante-Chacocente is located in Carazo, Nicaragua at coordinates 11.4833, -86.1833.
How do I get to Río Escalante-Chacocente?
To get to Río Escalante-Chacocente, the nearest city is Jinotepe (40 km).
How large is Río Escalante-Chacocente?
Río Escalante-Chacocente covers approximately 48 square kilometers (19 square miles).
When was Río Escalante-Chacocente established?
Río Escalante-Chacocente was established in 1983.