About: There is a well-paved hiking trail along the river. It is great for enjoying nature and having a picnic by the water. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 22 minutes Time needed for activity: 1+ hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible: No What to wear and bring: Comfortable…
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Nectar Pollen Reserve
About: This is a place for birdwatching and hiking through the forest. There are trails and bird feeders that attract a variety of birds including hummingbirds, toucans, wrens, and tanagers. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 58 minutes Time needed for activity: 2-3 hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible:…
Monte de la Cruz
About: This is a large municipal park with hiking trails, panoramic views of the city, a volcanic lagoon, playgrounds, soccer fields, ranchos with grills, a dog park, a restaurant, picnic areas, and a banquet hall. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 23 minutes Time needed for activity: 2+ hours…
Lapa Verde Wildlife Refuge
About: This is a place with hiking trails where you can observe a wide variety of flora and fauna. This area is popular with research and biology enthusiasts. They are focused on conservation efforts. There is an observation tower along the trails. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 1…
Lago Finca Victoria
About: This family farm is a nice place to enjoy an open outdoor space. There is a walking trail, a lake, farm animals, and views of the city. It is the perfect place to have a picnic or watch the sunset. You can also make a bonfire. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to…
La Selva Biological Station
About: This biological station is a major research center for local and international academics. They offer day visitors guided walks at 2 times daily. You can choose to participate in one or both of the walks for a half-day or full-day experience. They also offer night walks and early morning bird watching, as well as…
Finca Vikingos
About: This farm offers 3 kilometers of hiking trails that lead to two viewpoints and with several points of interest including ruins, a farm, a lake, a butterfly garden, a well, a frisbee golf course, and countless notable trees. In addition, they have a restaurant, cabins for overnight stays, a rancho, and a gift shop….
Emerald Forest CR
About: There are hiking trails, views of the valley, a river, a pond, ranchos with grills, picnic areas, bathrooms, yoga and meditation spaces, and cabins for overnight stays. It is all very well-maintained. It is pet-friendly. Food and drinks are sold here. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting location: 29…
Cerro Dantas
About: There is about 10 kilometers of hiking trails, divided into a shorter loop and a longer loop that reaches a waterfall with a natural pool. The trails can get very muddy, especially during the rainy season. There are bathrooms and food for sale. Province: Heredia Starting from: Downtown Heredia Time to reach from starting…
Braulio Carrillo National Park
About: This is about the main sector of Braulio Carrillo National Park, also called the Quebrada Gonzalez Sector. The other sector is the Barva Volcano Sector. The main sector has 3 trails, with a total of about 7.5 kilometers. There is a viewpoint of the Rio Sucio along one of the trails. Province: Heredia Starting…