Cordillera Escalera
Peru, San Martin
Cordillera Escalera
About Cordillera Escalera
Cordillera Escalera Regional Conservation Area covers 149,870 hectares of premontane and lower montane forests on the eastern Andean slopes in the provinces of Lamas and San Martín, forming a vital watershed protection zone for Tarapoto and surrounding communities. The reserve harbors exceptional birdlife including the endangered Shira tanager, diverse orchids, and endemic cloud-forest species in one of the most biodiverse sections of the San Martín region. Its forests generate the water supply for more than half a million people in the region and provide critical ecosystem services for local agriculture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cordillera Escalera located?
Cordillera Escalera is located in San Martin, Peru at coordinates -6.55, -76.35.
How do I get to Cordillera Escalera?
To get to Cordillera Escalera, the nearest city is Tarapoto (10 km).
How large is Cordillera Escalera?
Cordillera Escalera covers approximately 1,498.7 square kilometers (579 square miles).
When was Cordillera Escalera established?
Cordillera Escalera was established in 2005.