19 Best Costa Rica National Parks

Head’s Up: You’re reading an archived post. This means we are not actively updating this article, but we still think it has value. See our Archive Policy for more info. A country with world-renowned natural beauty, there are some epic Costa Rica national parks. Unsurprisingly, the country has truly done a marvelous job at protecting its ecosystems. It contains 25 beautiful national parks, 3 of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites, accounting for 28% of its land. Many visitors choose the country as they muse about beautiful Costa Rica beaches, lush forests, and unique animals, all of which can be found in the country’s national parks. I’ve spent a ton of time exploring Costa Rica, and in this article, I’ll walk you through the very best nat...