Guaricana National Park
National Park Atlantic Forest national park preserving diverse rainforest
Protected area of Paraná preserving Atlantic Forest near the Serra do Mar; visitors come for hiking, waterfalls, endemic wildlife and guided nature tours.
Guaricana National Park is a protected area in the state of Paraná in southern Brazil that safeguards remnants of the Atlantic Forest in a coastal-mountain setting. The park preserves forested slopes, streams and waterfalls of the Serra do Mar region.
The park offers forest walks, waterfalls and opportunities to see Atlantic Forest flora and fauna, including native tree species and forest-dependent wildlife. Trails run through montane and submontane forest, and the park contributes to regional water supply protection.
Guaricana was created to conserve remaining fragments of Atlantic Forest and the headwaters of rivers that flow to the coastal plain; it forms part of broader conservation efforts along the Serra do Mar. Protection has aimed to reduce deforestation and secure corridors between forest patches.
The park lies in eastern Paraná in the Serra do Mar coastal mountain range, inland from Brazil’s southern Atlantic coast, within a landscape of steep forested slopes and river valleys.
How to Get to Guaricana National Park #
Guaricana sits in Paraná state; access is from regional towns and cities such as Curitiba. Check with ICMBio and local park authorities for permitted access points and current trail conditions.
Tips for Visiting Guaricana National Park #
- Several access points exist-plan routes in advance and check with ICMBio or local park authorities for access restrictions.
- Bring rain gear and insect protection-the Atlantic Forest is humid and biologically dense.
- Support local conservation projects where possible; many Atlantic Forest reserves rely on partnered programs.
Best Time to Visit Guaricana National Park #
Dry season is generally best for access and drier trails; wet season brings abundant foliage and breeding activity for wildlife.
Weather & Climate near Guaricana National Park #
Guaricana National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 10°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1824 mm/year), wettest in February.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (242 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (247 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (218 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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