--- title: National Nature Parks in Panama description: There are several national parks and protected areas in Panama that are home to a variety of plant and animal species. image: https://www.residepanama.com/hubfs/Altos%20de%20Campana%20National%20Park.jpeg --- [Skip to content](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/national-nature-parks-in-panama#main-content) ![Untitled design (23)](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(23).png?width=600&height=240&name=Untitled%20design%20(23).png) ![Untitled design (23)](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(23).png?width=600&height=240&name=Untitled%20design%20(23).png) - [Home](https://www.residepanama.com/en/) - [Panama Guide](https://www.residepanama.com/en/the-panama-guide-for-expats) - [Panama Blog](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog) - Areas Show submenu for Areas - [Panama City](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/panama-city) - [Costa Verde](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/costa-verde) - [Coronado](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/coronado) - [David](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/david) - [Boquete](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/boquete) - [Cambutal](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/exploring-the-charms-of-cambutal-panamas-coastal-jewel) - Shopping Show submenu for Shopping - [Albrook Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-albrook-mall) - [Altaplaza Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-altaplaza-mall) - [Marketplaza](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-marketplaza-costa-verde) - [Metro Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-metro-mall) - [Multicentro Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-multicentro-mall) - [Multiplaza Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-multiplaza-mall) - [Town Center Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-town-center-mall) - [Westland Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-westland-mall) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://www.residepanama.com/en/) - [Panama Guide](https://www.residepanama.com/en/the-panama-guide-for-expats) - [Panama Blog](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog) - Areas Show submenu for Areas - [Panama City](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/panama-city) - [Costa Verde](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/costa-verde) - [Coronado](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/coronado) - [David](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/david) - [Boquete](https://www.residepanama.com/en/areas/boquete) - [Cambutal](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/exploring-the-charms-of-cambutal-panamas-coastal-jewel) - Shopping Show submenu for Shopping - [Albrook Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-albrook-mall) - [Altaplaza Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-altaplaza-mall) - [Marketplaza](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-marketplaza-costa-verde) - [Metro Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-metro-mall) - [Multicentro Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-multicentro-mall) - [Multiplaza Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-multiplaza-mall) - [Town Center Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-town-center-mall) - [Westland Mall](https://www.residepanama.com/en/panama-store-directory-westland-mall) Open search Close search This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. # National Nature Parks in Panama [Reside Panama](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/author/reside-panama) Panama is a country located in Central America that is known for its rich biodiversity and beautiful natural landscapes. There are several national parks and protected areas in Panama that are home to a variety of plant and animal species. Some of the most well-known parks in Panama include: 1. Soberanía National Park: Located near Panama City, this park is home to a variety of wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, and over 500 species of birds. It is also home to the famous Pipeline Road, which is a popular destination for birdwatchers. 2. Chiriquí National Park: Located in western Panama, this park is home to a variety of ecosystems, including cloud forests, mangroves, and dry forests. It is also home to a number of endangered species, including the jaguar and the Central American tapir. 3. Coiba National Park: This park is located on the island of Coiba, which is located off the Pacific coast of Panama. It is home to a variety of marine life, including whales, dolphins, and a variety of fish species. It is also home to a number of threatened and endangered species, including the scarlet macaw and the Central American spider monkey. 4. Volcán Barú National Park: Located in western Panama, this park is home to the highest peak in the country, the Volcán Barú. It is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, and is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including the quetzal, a brightly colored bird that is the national symbol of Guatemala. 5. La Amistad International Park: This park is located on the border between Panama and Costa Rica and is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including the endangered jaguar. It is also home to a number of indigenous communities, and is a popular destination for eco-tourism. 6. Santa Fé National Park: Located on the Caribbean coast of Panama, this park is home to a variety of ecosystems, including rainforests, swamps, and mangroves. It is also home to a number of endangered species, including the Central American tapir and the jaguar. 7. Isla del Rey National Park: This park is located on the island of Isla del Rey, which is the largest island in Panama. It is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including mangroves, coral reefs, and a variety of bird species. 8. Darién National Park: Located in eastern Panama, this park is home to a variety of ecosystems, including rainforests, swamps, and mangroves. It is also home to a number of endangered species, including the giant otter and the jaguar. 9. Sarigua National Park: Located on the Pacific coast of Panama, this park is home to a variety of ecosystems, including dry forests, mangroves, and coral reefs. It is also home to a number of endangered species, including the Central American spider monkey and the giant anteater. 10. Punta Patiño Nature Reserve: This reserve is located on the Pacific coast of Panama and is home to a variety of ecosystems, including rainforests, swamps, and mangroves. It is also home to a number of threatened and endangered species, including the giant anteater and the Central American tapir. 11. Altos de Campana National Park: Located near Panama City, this park is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including monkeys, sloths, and a variety of bird species. It is also home to a number of endangered species, including the Central American tapir. 12. Isla Cébaco National Park: This park is located on the island of Isla Cébaco, which is located off the Pacific coast of Panama. It is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including monkeys, sloths, and a variety of bird species. 13. La Yeguada Forest Reserve: This reserve is located in western Panama and is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including monkeys, sloths, and a variety of bird species. It is also home to a number of endangered species, including the Central American spider monkey. 14. Narganá-Narganito Wildlife Refuge: This refuge is located on the Caribbean coast of Panama and is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including mangroves, coral reefs, and a variety of fish species. 15. La Yeguada Forest Reserve: This reserve is located in western Panama and is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including monkeys, sloths, and a variety of bird species. It is also home to a number of endangered species, including the Central American spider monkey. These are just a few of the many national parks and protected areas in Panama. 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