Mount Elgon
Uganda, Mbale District
Mount Elgon
LocationUganda, Mbale District
RegionMbale District
TypeNational Park
Coordinates1.0100°, 34.6300°
Established1992
Area1110
Nearest CityMbale (20 km)
About Mount Elgon
Protects the Ugandan slopes of Mount Elgon, an ancient solitary volcanic mountain with the world's largest intact caldera. Features waterfalls, caves, hot springs, and diverse montane vegetation zones from tropical forest to alpine moorland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Elgon located?
Mount Elgon is located in Mbale District, Uganda at coordinates 1.01, 34.63.
How do I get to Mount Elgon?
To get to Mount Elgon, the nearest city is Mbale (20 km).
How large is Mount Elgon?
Mount Elgon covers approximately 1,110 square kilometers (429 square miles).
When was Mount Elgon established?
Mount Elgon was established in 1992.