Lake Naujan National Park

Lake Naujan National Park is a protected area in the Philippines centered on Lake Naujan on the island of Mindoro, established to conserve freshwater and wetland ecosystems. The park protects the lake basin and adjacent marshes which support fisheries and waterbird populations.

On-site highlights include the lake basin, fringed marshes, and shallow wetlands that support aquatic plants and attract many bird species and freshwater fish. Recreational activities reported in the area include birdwatching and small-boat use on the lake.

The park was designated to conserve the lake’s biodiversity and the livelihoods of communities that depend on its fisheries. Management has focused on protecting habitat and regulating resource use to sustain both wildlife and local fisheries.

Geographically the park lies on northeastern Mindoro in Oriental Mindoro province, near the municipalities of Naujan and adjacent coastal towns. The landscape is dominated by a freshwater lake basin with surrounding low-lying marshes and agricultural land.

• Birding season: Best time for birdwatching is during the cooler months when migratory waterfowl and shorebirds are most numerous.

What to See #

• Lake Naujan: The lake itself occupies the central basin and is the primary freshwater body, supporting fisheries and aquatic vegetation that attract waterbirds.
• Surrounding wetlands: Extensive wetlands and marshes surround the lake and form critical habitat for migratory and resident bird species, as well as nursery areas for fish.