Costa Rica is located along the Ring of Fire which extends along much of the coastline of the Pacific Ocean. Over two hundred volcanic formations have been identified, though only 5* are considered active. Costa Rica's active volcanoes include Arenal, Rincon de la Vieja, Poas, Irazu and Turrialba.
*There is plenty of activity such as hot springs, fumaroles and boiling mud pits in the area of Miravalles Volcano, though it is not officially considered active.
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How close can I get to Arenal Volcano?
Can I see lava at Arenal Volcano?
How many volcanoes are in Costa Rica?
What are the most accessible volcanoes in Costa Rica?
Can I climb to the crater of Arenal Volcano?
Can I hike to the crater of Rincon de la Vieja?
Can I hike to the crater of Turrialba Volcano?
*There is plenty of activity such as hot springs, fumaroles and boiling mud pits in the area of Miravalles Volcano, though it is not officially considered active.
Click here to read more about volcanoes in Costa Rica.
How close can I get to Arenal Volcano?
Can I see lava at Arenal Volcano?
How many volcanoes are in Costa Rica?
What are the most accessible volcanoes in Costa Rica?
Can I climb to the crater of Arenal Volcano?
Can I hike to the crater of Rincon de la Vieja?
Can I hike to the crater of Turrialba Volcano?
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