About: This viewpoint is part of the restaurant across the street, so while you may get away with stopping for pictures without going to the restaurant, it would be better to plan on purchasing food or drinks from the restaurant if you want to enjoy their cool photo-op. It is a giant sloth with a…
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La Paz Waterfall
About: This is a great pit stop if you’re on your way out of the metropolitan area to La Fortuna and you want a quick stop where you can experience a bit of Costa Rica, maybe on your first day in the country. You’ll get to see a huge waterfall (actually a series of waterfalls),…
Girasoles de Costa Rica
About: This is a great pit stop to or from La Fortuna since it is a cute photo-op, but there isn’t much to do otherwise so it’s likely not worth driving to unless you’re in the area. They will provide information about the sunflowers. Province: Alajuela Starting from: La Fortuna / Downtown Alajuela / Downtown…
Columnas Basalticas
About: This is a unique natural rock formation on the river near the dam. It is close to the road and therefore makes a quick pit stop as a viewpoint for taking pictures. However you can also spend more time and enjoy the river. You can even take a dip in the water. This is…
Alto del Rualdo
About: This is a viewpoint on a private property that charges a small fee to access. They also offer camping, overlanding, and birdwatching. The view looks west towards San Ramon. It is a good pit stop if you are headed toward La Fortuna on route 141, as it is just a few minutes off the…
La Fortuna Viewpoints
Options for viewpoints in La Fortuna:
Mirador La Armonia
About: This is a beautiful open space where you can catch views of Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal in good weather. There are tables and benches where you can enjoy lunch. They sell some snacks and drinks. There is a trail through a beautiful, colorful eucalyptus forest. They also offer camping spots. Province: Alajuela Starting…
Lake Arenal Dam
About: A nice place for a pit stop if needed. There is usually someone selling fresh coconuts or other snacks. You can take some pictures of the lake and stretch your legs if you need it. Province: Alajuela Starting from: La Fortuna Time to reach from starting location: 25 minutes Time needed for activity: 15…
La Fortuna Central Park
About: This is one of the nicest central parks in Costa Rica, with views of the Arenal Volcano, plenty of benches to sit down and people watch, lush trees and flowers, grassy areas for kids to run around and play, and restaurants surrounding if you need a bite to eat. It’s even big enough for…
Arbol de la Paz
About: This is the perfect short pit stop if you’re not in a rush on your way to Rio Celeste. You don’t need more than 15 minutes as it is just a tree on the side of the road, though it really is more than just a tree. It is one of if not the…