Turrialba Volcano National Park is located in the Cartago Province and encompasses over 3,900 acres of land. The park was established in 1955 to preserve the volcano and the vegetation that surrounds it. This volcano has not had a major eruption since the 1800s, but visitors are often able to witness volcanic activity via stream, smoke and ash bursts.
There are well marked trails throughout Turrialba Volcano National Park that lead visitors to several gorgeous lookout points. The trails lead through the primary and secondary forest that are full of wildlife and flora that can be easily sighted out by a guide. Visitors have the option to embark the hike either by foot or by horseback. During these hikes and rides, visitors will also be able to observe the markings of lava flows from the former eruptions in the 1800s.
Turrialba Volcano National Park is located 40 miles east of San Jose, allowing for visitors to make this a day trip or they have the option to stay in the town of Turrialba. Park admission is 10USD and is open from 7:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Many consider the Central Valley to be the most comfortable climate in the world with temperatures usually hovering in the upper 70s during the day and lower 60s at night. The rain season here runs from May through November, though the heavy rains are generally during September and October.
Visitors should pack shorts, tee shirts, appropriate shoes, rain gear, sun block. It is also advised to bring at least one pair of pants and a long sleeve shirt.
Fun Fact: Turrialba Volcano National Park has closed for extended periods several times since 2009 due to high activity levels. Despite the activity, the volcano still has not fully erupted.
| Turrialba | 1 km |
| San Gerardo de Dota | 110 km |
| Heredia-Poas | 76 km |
| San Jose | 99 km |
| Alajuela | 102 km |
Latitude: N 10° 0' 14.76"
Longitude: W 83° 46' 12"
There are well marked trails throughout Turrialba Volcano National Park that lead visitors to several gorgeous lookout points. The trails lead through the primary and secondary forest that are full of wildlife and flora that can be easily sighted out by a guide. Visitors have the option to embark the hike either by foot or by horseback. During these hikes and rides, visitors will also be able to observe the markings of lava flows from the former eruptions in the 1800s.
Turrialba Volcano National Park is located 40 miles east of San Jose, allowing for visitors to make this a day trip or they have the option to stay in the town of Turrialba. Park admission is 10USD and is open from 7:00 am - 3:00 pm.
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