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Complete list of 29 national parks in Haiti

The Baradères-Cayemites Protected Area (Aire Protégée Baradères-Cayemites) is a large managed natural resources area in southwestern Haiti covering 87,622 hectares. Formally designated by decree in 20

Baraderes-Cayemites

The Cahouane Habitat and Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de La Cahouane) is a mangrove lagoon protected area on the southwestern tip of Haiti's Tiburon Peninsula, near the vill

Cahouane

Deux Mamelles National Park was established on September 23, 2015 to protect Morne Deux Mamelles, a distinctive U-shaped twin-peaked mountain on the Tiburon Peninsula that reaches 1,276 metres. Coveri

Deux Mamelles

Etang de Miragoâne National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Étang de Miragoâne) protects the brackish coastal lake of Miragoâne in the Nippes department. Designated in February 2021, the park cove

Etang de Miragoane

The Fond des Cayes Habitat/Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de Fond des Cayes) protects marine and coastal habitats on the Cayes Plain in southern Haiti. Established in 2013 as 

Fond des Cayes

Forêt des Pins National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de la Forêt des Pins) is Haiti's largest remaining pine forest, originally protected by presidential decree in 1937 and reclassified as a Na

Forêt des Pins

Fort Royal National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Fort Royal) is Haiti's only marine-focused Natural National Park. Designated in February 2021, the park covers 2,648 hectares of marine habitat 

Fort Royal

Grand Bois National Park was established on September 23, 2015 to protect Morne Grand Bois, an isolated mountain on the border of Haiti's Sud and Grand'Anse departments northwest of Les Anglais. The p

Grand Bois

Grande Colline National Park was established on July 23, 2014 to protect the remote Grande Colline mountain range at the core of the Massif de la Hotte in southwestern Haiti. Covering 1,510 hectares, 

Grande Colline

The Grosse Caye/Zone Humide d'Aquin Habitat/Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de Grosse Caye/Zone Humide d'Aquin) protects the wetlands and marine habitats around Grosse Caye isl

Grosse Caye/Aquin

Grotte Marie-Jeanne (Aire Protégée Grotte Marie-Jeanne) is the longest cave in the Caribbean, located in Port-à-Piment in southern Haiti. Covering 31 hectares with 5.3 km of explored galleries across 

Grotte Marie-Jeanne

Île-à-Vache National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Île-à-Vache) is one of Haiti's largest protected areas, established in 2013 as part of the Port-Salut/Aquin protected area complex. Covering 87

Ile-a-Vache

The Jérémie-Abricots Protected Area (Aire Protégée Jérémie-Abricots) is a managed natural resources area on the northwestern coast of Haiti's Grand'Anse department. Formally designated by decree in 20

Jeremie-Abricots

Lac Azuéï National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel du Lac Azuéï) protects Haiti's largest lake, Lac Azuéï (Étang Saumâtre), a transboundary saline lake shared with the Dominican Republic. Designat

Lac Azuei

Lagon des Huîtres National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Lagon des Huîtres) is located near Belle-Anse in southeastern Haiti. Established by decree on April 6, 2017, the park covers 9,641 hectar

Lagon des Huitres

La Visite National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel La Visite) is one of Haiti's two original national parks, established in 1983 and expanded to 11,426 hectares. Located in the Massif de la Selle 

La Visite

Les Matheux National Park (Parc National Historique des Matheux) was designated by presidential decree on October 8, 2015. Covering 20,656 hectares (206.56 km²), it is Haiti's largest national park. L

Les Matheux

The Olivier/Zanglais Habitat/Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces Olivier/Zanglais) protects coastal marine ecosystems along the southern coast of Haiti near Saint-Louis-du-Sud. Est

Olivier/Zanglais

Pèlerin National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de Pèlerin) is a small protected area in the mountains above Port-au-Prince. Established by decree in 2017, the park covers 98 hectares of remnant 

Pelerin

The Péligre Reserved Zone of Strategic Interest (Zone Réservée d'Intérêt Stratégique de Péligre) protects the watersheds surrounding Lake Péligre, Haiti's largest artificial lake and sole hydroelectri

Péligre

Pic Macaya National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Macaya) protects the Massif de la Hotte in southwestern Haiti, anchored by Pic Macaya at 2,347 metres. Established in 1983 and expanded to 20,56

Pic Macaya

The Pointe Abacou Habitat/Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de Pointe Abacou) protects coastal and marine ecosystems at Pointe l'Abacou near Saint-Jean-du-Sud. Established in 201

Pointe Abacou

The Port-Salut Aquin Protected Area (Aire Protégée de Ressources Naturelles Gérées de Port-Salut/Aquin) is Haiti's largest declared protected area complex, covering approximately 150,000 hectares of m

Port-Salut Aquin

Saut-d'Eau National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de Saut-d'Eau) in central Haiti encompasses the Saut-d'Eau waterfall and surrounding tropical forest. Established by decree in 2017, the park co

Saut d'Eau

Sourçailles National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel des Sourçailles) protects freshwater springs and associated riparian habitats in the West department of Haiti. Designated in February 2021, the

Sourcailles

Sources Royer National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de Sources Royer) protects important freshwater springs and surrounding watersheds in southeastern Haiti. Designated in February 2021, the pa

Sources Royer

Sources Zabeth National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de Sources Zabeth) protects freshwater springs and surrounding forest in the mountains above Port-au-Prince. Designated in February 2021, th

Sources Zabeth

Three Bays Protected Area (Aire Protégée de Ressources Naturelles Gérées des Trois Baies) is Haiti's largest marine protected area, covering over 75,614 hectares of coastal and marine ecosystems in no

Three Bays

Trois-Étangs National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel des Trois-Étangs) protects three interconnected lakes and surrounding tropical forest in southern Haiti. Designated in February 2021, the park

Trois Etangs

Haiti National Parks

The Baradères-Cayemites Protected Area (Aire Protégée Baradères-Cayemites) is a large managed natural resources area in southwestern Haiti covering 87,622 hectares. Formally designated by decree in 2017, it protects the coastal and marine ecosystems around the Baradères coast and the Cayemites islands in the Grand'Anse department, including mangroves, coral reefs, and seagrass beds.

The Cahouane Habitat and Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de La Cahouane) is a mangrove lagoon protected area on the southwestern tip of Haiti's Tiburon Peninsula, near the village of Cahouane between Les Anglais and Tiburon. Covering 5,940 hectares, this IUCN Category IV protected area was established in 2013. After severe degradation following Hurricane Allen in 1980, a major reforestation programme successfully restored the mangroves by 2020.

Deux Mamelles National Park was established on September 23, 2015 to protect Morne Deux Mamelles, a distinctive U-shaped twin-peaked mountain on the Tiburon Peninsula that reaches 1,276 metres. Covering 2,265 hectares, the park is located between Les Anglais and Jérémie. It is inaccessible by road and protects critical montane forest habitat sheltering endemic species unique to the western tip of Haiti.

Etang de Miragoâne National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Étang de Miragoâne) protects the brackish coastal lake of Miragoâne in the Nippes department. Designated in February 2021, the park covers 7,401 hectares and is important for waterbird populations and aquatic species, providing vital wetland habitat along Haiti's southern coast.

The Fond des Cayes Habitat/Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de Fond des Cayes) protects marine and coastal habitats on the Cayes Plain in southern Haiti. Established in 2013 as part of the Port-Salut/Aquin protected area complex, it safeguards seagrass beds, nearshore coral reef formations, and associated coastal ecosystems.

Forêt des Pins National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de la Forêt des Pins) is Haiti's largest remaining pine forest, originally protected by presidential decree in 1937 and reclassified as a Natural National Park in 2014. Located in the Massif de la Selle at elevations above 1,700 metres, the park covers 20,786 hectares of Hispaniolan pine (Pinus occidentalis) forest across two management units. It is a critical watershed protecting water supplies for the Port-au-Prince metropolitan area and one of the Caribbean's most important pine forest ecosystems.

Fort Royal National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Fort Royal) is Haiti's only marine-focused Natural National Park. Designated in February 2021, the park covers 2,648 hectares of marine habitat in the Ouest department, protecting coral reefs, seagrass beds, and coastal ecosystems near Petit-Goâve on Haiti's southern peninsula.

Grand Bois National Park was established on September 23, 2015 to protect Morne Grand Bois, an isolated mountain on the border of Haiti's Sud and Grand'Anse departments northwest of Les Anglais. The park encompasses all areas above 900 metres elevation, with the summit reaching 1,262 metres. Covering 370 hectares, it protects one of Haiti's last remnants of original montane rainforest, which harbours a unique assemblage of endemic plant and animal species. The park is not accessible by road, making it one of the most pristine natural areas in the country.

Grande Colline National Park was established on July 23, 2014 to protect the remote Grande Colline mountain range at the core of the Massif de la Hotte in southwestern Haiti. Covering 1,510 hectares, the park encompasses five peaks including Morne Grande Colline (2,025 m). One of Haiti's most inaccessible areas, it was created following scientific surveys that uncovered numerous endemic species. It forms part of the broader La Hotte UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

The Grosse Caye/Zone Humide d'Aquin Habitat/Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de Grosse Caye/Zone Humide d'Aquin) protects the wetlands and marine habitats around Grosse Caye island and the Aquin coastal zone in southern Haiti. Established in 2013, the area protects seagrass beds, coral reefs, and coastal wetlands east of Île-à-Vache in the Baie des Cayes.

Grotte Marie-Jeanne (Aire Protégée Grotte Marie-Jeanne) is the longest cave in the Caribbean, located in Port-à-Piment in southern Haiti. Covering 31 hectares with 5.3 km of explored galleries across five geological levels and nine entrances, this exceptional natural element was designated in 2013 as part of the La Hotte Biosphere Reserve. It is the most visited cave in Haiti and supports a unique subterranean ecosystem.

Île-à-Vache National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Île-à-Vache) is one of Haiti's largest protected areas, established in 2013 as part of the Port-Salut/Aquin protected area complex. Covering 87,422 hectares of marine and terrestrial habitat, it encompasses the island of Île-à-Vache and surrounding waters off Haiti's southern coast. The park protects extensive coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangroves, and tropical dry forest, forming a key component of the La Hotte UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

The Jérémie-Abricots Protected Area (Aire Protégée Jérémie-Abricots) is a managed natural resources area on the northwestern coast of Haiti's Grand'Anse department. Formally designated by decree in 2017, it covers 7,575 hectares of marine and coastal habitats, protecting coral reefs, mangroves, and nearshore ecosystems near the town of Jérémie.

Lac Azuéï National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel du Lac Azuéï) protects Haiti's largest lake, Lac Azuéï (Étang Saumâtre), a transboundary saline lake shared with the Dominican Republic. Designated in February 2021, the park covers 28,736 hectares and is home to American crocodiles, Greater Flamingos, and diverse waterbird populations in the Cul-de-Sac plain.

Lagon des Huîtres National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Lagon des Huîtres) is located near Belle-Anse in southeastern Haiti. Established by decree on April 6, 2017, the park covers 9,641 hectares with a 65 km perimeter. It protects twenty-one lagoons forming an ecosystem of remarkable richness, surrounded by dry forest habitat across the communes of Belle-Anse and Grand-Gosier.

La Visite National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel La Visite) is one of Haiti's two original national parks, established in 1983 and expanded to 11,426 hectares. Located in the Massif de la Selle mountain range with elevations above 2,000 metres, the park protects a rare montane cloud forest ecosystem. It forms part of the La Selle-Jaragua-Bahoruco-Enriquillo Transboundary Biosphere Reserve shared with the Dominican Republic, sheltering unique endemic flora and fauna found nowhere else on Earth.

Les Matheux National Park (Parc National Historique des Matheux) was designated by presidential decree on October 8, 2015. Covering 20,656 hectares (206.56 km²), it is Haiti's largest national park. Located in the mountains between the West, Center, and Artibonite departments, the park protects major watersheds and fragile montane ecology along with approximately 40 ruins of colonial-era coffee plantations. It is on UNESCO's World Heritage tentative list.

The Olivier/Zanglais Habitat/Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces Olivier/Zanglais) protects coastal marine ecosystems along the southern coast of Haiti near Saint-Louis-du-Sud. Established in 2013, the area encompasses seagrass beds, coral reef systems, and coastal habitats that support flamingo and crocodile populations.

Pèlerin National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de Pèlerin) is a small protected area in the mountains above Port-au-Prince. Established by decree in 2017, the park covers 98 hectares of remnant pine and broadleaf forest habitat, providing important ecological services to the surrounding metropolitan area.

The Péligre Reserved Zone of Strategic Interest (Zone Réservée d'Intérêt Stratégique de Péligre) protects the watersheds surrounding Lake Péligre, Haiti's largest artificial lake and sole hydroelectric power source. Designated in 2015, the zone covers 29,995 hectares in the Centre department, safeguarding critical water resources and surrounding forest ecosystems.

Pic Macaya National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel Macaya) protects the Massif de la Hotte in southwestern Haiti, anchored by Pic Macaya at 2,347 metres. Established in 1983 and expanded to 20,565 hectares in 2015, it is recognized as one of the most biodiverse protected areas in the Caribbean, sheltering numerous endemic amphibians, reptiles, birds, and plants. The park forms the core of Haiti's La Hotte UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, designated in 2016.

The Pointe Abacou Habitat/Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de Pointe Abacou) protects coastal and marine ecosystems at Pointe l'Abacou near Saint-Jean-du-Sud. Established in 2013, the area includes coral reefs and mangroves. Norway and UN Environment have supported the development of its management plan, including coral restoration and alternative livelihood programs such as beekeeping.

The Port-Salut Aquin Protected Area (Aire Protégée de Ressources Naturelles Gérées de Port-Salut/Aquin) is Haiti's largest declared protected area complex, covering approximately 150,000 hectares of mixed marine and terrestrial habitat along the southern coast. Created in August 2013, it encompasses five zoned management sites stretching from Port-Salut to Aquin, protecting coral reefs, coastal fisheries, mangroves, and nearshore ecosystems vital for fishing communities.

Saut-d'Eau National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de Saut-d'Eau) in central Haiti encompasses the Saut-d'Eau waterfall and surrounding tropical forest. Established by decree in 2017, the park covers 648 hectares protecting this nationally significant natural and cultural site along with its riparian ecosystem.

Sourçailles National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel des Sourçailles) protects freshwater springs and associated riparian habitats in the West department of Haiti. Designated in February 2021, the park covers 399 hectares near Arcahaie, safeguarding critical freshwater resources and surrounding forest.

Sources Royer National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de Sources Royer) protects important freshwater springs and surrounding watersheds in southeastern Haiti. Designated in February 2021, the park covers 4,563 hectares near Jacmel, providing vital freshwater resources for surrounding communities.

Sources Zabeth National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel de Sources Zabeth) protects freshwater springs and surrounding forest in the mountains above Port-au-Prince. Designated in February 2021, the park covers 511 hectares, safeguarding critical water resources for the metropolitan area.

Three Bays Protected Area (Aire Protégée de Ressources Naturelles Gérées des Trois Baies) is Haiti's largest marine protected area, covering over 75,614 hectares of coastal and marine ecosystems in northeastern Haiti. Established by presidential decree in 2013 and formalized in 2014, the area encompasses the Bays of Limonade, Caracol, and Fort-Liberté, protecting extensive coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangrove forests, and dry coastal forests.

Trois-Étangs National Natural Park (Parc National Naturel des Trois-Étangs) protects three interconnected lakes and surrounding tropical forest in southern Haiti. Designated in February 2021, the park covers 2,255 hectares and provides important wetland habitat for biodiversity in the Sud department.

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