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Río San Juan

Nicaragua, Río San Juan

Río San Juan

LocationNicaragua, Río San Juan
RegionRío San Juan
TypeBiosphere Reserve
Coordinates11.0833°, -84.2500°
Established1999
Area3676
Nearest CitySan Carlos (15 km)
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About Río San Juan

A UNESCO-recognized biosphere reserve encompassing the lower Río San Juan corridor, integrating Indio Maíz, Los Guatuzos, Punta Gorda, and the Cayos Miskitos coastal zone. The reserve protects a mosaic of rainforest, wetlands, mangroves, and Caribbean coastal habitats, supporting manatees, caimans, sea turtles, and extraordinary bird diversity. It is one of the most biologically important freshwater-to-marine transition zones in the Americas.

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Where is Río San Juan located?

Río San Juan is located in Río San Juan, Nicaragua at coordinates 11.0833, -84.25.

How do I get to Río San Juan?

To get to Río San Juan, the nearest city is San Carlos (15 km).

How large is Río San Juan?

Río San Juan covers approximately 3,676 square kilometers (1,419 square miles).

When was Río San Juan established?

Río San Juan was established in 1999.