Cerro Cora National ParkCerro Cora National Park at a Glance
About Cerro Cora National Park
Cerro Corá National Park is a protected area in Amambay Department in northeastern Paraguay that preserves forested hills, waterways and a historically significant battlefield. It is best known as the location where President Francisco Solano López died at the close of the Paraguayan War in 1870.
Visitors come for a mix of natural and historical interest - the park contains relics and memorials associated with the 1870 battle as well as trails through woodland and riverside landscapes. Management focuses on conserving native habitats and commemorating the historical events that occurred on the site.
The park lies in northern Paraguay near the border with Brazil, within Amambay Department.
- Historical significance: The site is important in Paraguayan national history as the location of the final battle of the Paraguayan War in 1870, and the park contains commemorative monuments and interpretive displays.
What to See#
- Battlefield and memorial: The park preserves the historic battlefield where Paraguayan leader Francisco Solano López fell at the end of the Paraguayan War; there is a memorial area related to the 1870 battle.
Best Time to Visit Cerro Cora National Park
Best during the dry season (May-September) for easier hiking and trail access; avoid the hottest, wettest months if possible.
Weather & Climate near Cerro Cora National Park
Cerro Cora National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 12°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1501 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 21° - 32° | 27° | 155 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.7 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 13.2h |
| February | Very Good | 21° - 31° | 26° | 128 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.7h |
| March | Very Good | 20° - 31° | 25° | 149 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.1h |
| April | Very Good | 18° - 29° | 23° | 126 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| May | Very Good | 15° - 26° | 20° | 134 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.9h |
| June | Excellent | 13° - 24° | 19° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| July | Excellent | 12° - 25° | 19° | 44 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.8h |
| August | Excellent | 14° - 27° | 20° | 63 mm | some cloud | 61% | 3.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 28° | 22° | 98 mm | some cloud | 59% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.8h |
| October | Very Good | 18° - 30° | 24° | 153 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 3.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.5h |
| November | Very Good | 20° - 31° | 25° | 185 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.1h |
| December | Very Good | 21° - 31° | 26° | 185 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.4h |
How to Get to Cerro Cora National Park
Cerro Corá National Park is near the city of Concepción; from Asunción it is roughly a 4-5 hour drive northeast along Route 3 and Route 14 with regional connections. Local transport from Concepción can be arranged via taxis or organized tours.
Tips for Visiting Cerro Cora National Park
- Visit early for cooler temperatures and to see the memorial areas with fewer visitors.
- Combine the park visit with a local ranger talk or small museum to better understand the 1870s Paraguayan War history commemorated here.
- Wear insect repellent and long sleeves during the humid months - the park is subtropical and mosquitoes can be persistent.