Copo National Park
National Park Protected Chaco park conserving dry forests and wetlands
Copo National Park in Chaco Province protects remnants of Dry Chaco woodland and thorn scrub. Visitors come for remote wildlife viewing, birdwatching and to study conservation of threatened mammal and bird species.
Copo National Park (Parque Nacional Copo) is a protected area in Argentina located in Chaco Province established to conserve native dry forest and associated ecosystems. The park protects remnant habitats of the region and supports wildlife conservation.
The park is managed for habitat preservation and low-intensity ecotourism, with a focus on maintaining native vegetation and ecological processes. It represents one of the protected areas intended to conserve the Chaco’s unique landscapes and biodiversity.
The park is situated in northeastern Argentina’s Chaco Province, within a landscape of dry forests, savanna and seasonal wetlands.
How to Get to Copo National Park #
Copo National Park lies in Chaco Province. The nearest regional hubs are Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña and Resistencia; from those cities, travel is by road over sometimes-rough provincial routes. Guided tours from regional operators are advisable due to limited on-site services and seasonal road conditions.
Tips for Visiting Copo National Park #
- Check with park rangers before entering: some areas are seasonally closed for wildlife protection or due to flooding.
- Hire a local guide to explore lesser-known trails and indigenous cultural sites within the park boundaries.
- Drive the main access roads in daylight; some stretches are remote and poorly lit.
Best Time to Visit Copo National Park #
Best in the dry season for road access and wildlife viewing; local conditions vary with seasonal rains.
Weather & Climate near Copo National Park #
Copo National Park's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (656 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 28°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
