San Matías-San Carlos
Peru, Pasco
San Matías-San Carlos
About San Matías-San Carlos
San Matías-San Carlos Protection Forest in Pasco preserves critical watersheds and Andean foothill forests within the Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yánesha Biosphere Reserve, serving as a corridor of highland habitats within the broader Amazonian lowlands. The forest protects soils and infrastructure against erosion, landslides, and flooding, while maintaining water supplies for downstream communities in the Palcazu and Pichis river basins. It lies within the Peruvian Yungas ecoregion and supports diverse cloud-forest biodiversity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is San Matías-San Carlos located?
San Matías-San Carlos is located in Pasco, Peru at coordinates -10.559, -74.993.
How do I get to San Matías-San Carlos?
To get to San Matías-San Carlos, the nearest city is Oxapampa (40 km).
How large is San Matías-San Carlos?
San Matías-San Carlos covers approximately 1,458 square kilometers (563 square miles).
When was San Matías-San Carlos established?
San Matías-San Carlos was established in 1987.