Laguna de Volcán
Panama, Chiriquí
Laguna de Volcán
LocationPanama, Chiriquí
RegionChiriquí
TypeWetland Reserve
Coordinates8.7667°, -82.6333°
Established1928
Area1.43
Nearest CityVolcán (3 km)
About Laguna de Volcán
Laguna de Volcán is the highest-elevation wetland in Panama at nearly 1,200 m in the western highlands of Chiriquí Province. Protected since 1928 by Law 121, the two lagoons and surrounding forest cover 143 ha, providing habitat for migratory and resident waterbirds and serving as an important hydrological feature in the Volcán Barú region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Laguna de Volcán located?
Laguna de Volcán is located in Chiriquí, Panama at coordinates 8.7667, -82.6333.
How do I get to Laguna de Volcán?
To get to Laguna de Volcán, the nearest city is Volcán (3 km).
How large is Laguna de Volcán?
Laguna de Volcán covers approximately 1.43 square kilometers (1 square miles).
When was Laguna de Volcán established?
Laguna de Volcán was established in 1928.