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Lomas de Barbudal Biological Reserve

Posted on October 10, 2025March 20, 2025 by Ultimate Guide

About: This is one of those hidden gems that very few people visit or even know about. It is free, and has a flat and relatively short walking trail that follows a river and leads to a waterfall, making it perfect for young kids. You can take a different trail back that makes a loop, or go back the way you came. There are often monkeys in the trees along the trail. There are picnic tables by the entrance, but no food is sold here. You can swim in the water, so bring your swimsuit!

Province: Guanacaste

Starting from: Liberia

Time to reach from starting location: 30 minutes

Time needed for activity: 2+ hours

Kid friendly: Yes

Wheelchair accessible: No

What to wear and bring: Comfortable clothes, walking or hiking shoes, sandals or water shoes, swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, sunglasses, poncho or rain jacket, camera, binoculars, backpack, water, snacks, pack lunch

Tips: It is most easily reached from Highway 1, but after the highway, it is a dirt road, so a 4×4 SUV is best, especially in the rainy season.

Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PgGakHa2RY18YsWK9

Website: None

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