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Poas Volcano National Park Description
(Local Name: Parque Nacional Volcán Poás) One of the oldest and best known national parks in Costa Rica, the Poás Volcano National Park sees about half a million visitors annually. Covering 5599ha/13830ac, the obvious attraction of the park is the Poás Volcano (2704m/8869ft) that is composed of composite basalt. Records show the volcano has been active since before 1828 and has shown three periods of major activity.

The bubbling, steaming crater can be viewed from the top, as current volcanic activity prevents descending any further. Occasionally there are geyser-like eruptions that have caused acid rain in the area and damaged local crops. The vast crater measures 300m/984ft and stretches across 1.5km/0
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Hobbies & Activities category: Hiking opportunity;  National park;  Volcanoes, hot springs, geysers, mud pots;  Wildlife area, bird sanctuary
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:008:008:008:008:008:008:00
Closed15:3015:3015:3015:3015:3015:3015:30
Cost
Adult6.00
All values are in local currency.
Tips
Camping is prohibited.
Rangers do not recommend drinking water in the park.
Parking
Free
Guides
Audio-visual presentations available.
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
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