Araucárias National Park National Park
National park protecting araucaria forests and biodiversity
In Santa Catarina state, Araucárias National Park protects highland stands of Araucaria pines; visitors come for hiking, birdwatching and to see remnants of southern Brazilian montane forest.
Araucárias National Park at a Glance#
About Araucárias National Park#
Araucárias National Park is a protected area in the state of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil established to conserve montane araucaria forest ecosystems. The park protects areas dominated by the native Araucaria angustifolia and associated highland habitats.
Visitors encounter highland forest, endemic tree species and trails that cross montane terrain rather than dense lowland rainforest. The park’s primary purpose is ecological protection and biodiversity conservation rather than intensive tourism.
The park was created to safeguard remaining stands of araucaria forest and the species and watersheds they support, reflecting regional conservation priorities for southern Brazil’s highland ecosystems.
Araucárias National Park is located in Santa Catarina state in southern Brazil and forms part of the region’s highland interior.
- Conservation focus: The park conserves highland araucaria (monkey puzzle) forests that are of ecological and conservation interest within southern Brazil.
How to Get to Araucárias National Park#
Access is by road from regional centres in Santa Catarina state; roads into park areas can be unpaved and require a vehicle with some clearance. Local tour operators in nearby towns can arrange guided transportation and hikes.
Tips for Visiting Araucárias National Park#
- Arrange guided trails with park rangers to visit remote araucaria groves safely.
- Plan logistics carefully - access roads in Araucárias National Park are rough and often seasonal.
- Bring binoculars for birdwatching; the park's high plateaus host endemic species.
Best Time to Visit Araucárias National Park#
Autumn-spring offer a balance of good trail conditions and wildlife visibility; check local weather for access road conditions.
Weather & Climate near Araucárias National Park#
Araucárias National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 5°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1899 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 15° - 26° | 20° | 185 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.5h |
| February | Good | 15° - 26° | 20° | 154 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.9h |
| March | Good | 13° - 25° | 19° | 150 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.1h |
| April | Very Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 146 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.3h |
| May | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 145 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| June | Acceptable | 6° - 18° | 12° | 174 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| July | Good | 5° - 18° | 12° | 116 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.5h |
| August | Good | 6° - 20° | 13° | 148 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 8° - 21° | 15° | 192 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.8h |
| October | Good | 10° - 23° | 16° | 205 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.6h |
| November | Very Good | 12° - 24° | 18° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.3h |
| December | Good | 13° - 26° | 20° | 157 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.6h |