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Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo

Nicaragua, León

Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo

LocationNicaragua, León
RegionLeón
TypeNature Reserve
Coordinates12.5000°, -86.6833°
Established1983
Area115.69
Nearest CityLeón (30 km)
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About Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo

A dramatic volcanic complex in the Maribios Range with multiple craters, lava fields, and fumarolic zones. Includes the Cerro Negro volcano, one of the youngest and most active volcanoes in the Americas, famous for volcano boarding. The complex also includes the El Hoyo caldera and Las Pilas volcano.

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Where is Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo located?

Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo is located in León, Nicaragua at coordinates 12.5, -86.6833.

How do I get to Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo?

To get to Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo, the nearest city is León (30 km).

How large is Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo?

Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo covers approximately 115.69 square kilometers (45 square miles).

When was Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo established?

Volcán Pilas-El Hoyo was established in 1983.