Protected Areas in Argentina

The Laguna Oca y Herraduras del Río Paraguay Biosphere Reserve is located along a meandering bend of the Paraguay River near the city of Formosa in northern Argentina. The area of the Reserve constitutes part of the Paraguay River floodplain and includes the Oca Lagoon.

Lanín National Park is located in the southern part of Neuquén Province, Argentina, within Argentine Patagonia. Created in 1937 to protect and preserve an area of Andean-Patagonian Forests, it takes its name from its highest peak, the Lanín volcano, on the border with Chile.

The Las Yungas Biosphere Reserve, located in northwestern Argentina's mountainous Andean Range, encompasses a rich diversity of landscapes from the high Andean mountain forest ecosystems to Chaco Serrano, cloud forests, montane forests, grasslands, and agricultural land.

Lihué Calel National Park is located in La Pampa Province, Argentina. The terrain is characterized by a combination of mountains, plateaus, canyons, and rocky outcrops and is known for its grass tussocks, creating a dramatic and picturesque landscape.

Los Alerces National Park is located in the Andes of northern Patagonia. It contains the largest alerce forest in Argentina. Successive glaciations have molded the landscape, creating spectacular features such as moraines, glacial cirques, and clearwater lakes.

Los Arrayanes National Park, located in the southern part of Neuquén Province, Argentina, occupies the entire Quetrihué Peninsula, which stretches south into Lake Nahuel Huapi. It was created to preserve a forest of beautiful Arrayan (myrtle) trees from which it takes its name.

Nestled in the Andes of northwest Argentina, Los Cardones National Park is a testament to the nation's commitment to conservation. Established to preserve its unique natural heritage, the park showcases the breathtaking beauty of high-altitude landscapes.

Nestled within the Chaco savanna region just north of Mar de Plata on the Atlantic coast in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, the Mar Chiquita Biosphere Reserve is a testament to the remarkable biodiversity and ecological significance of Argentina's coastal plains. Comprising the 'Parque Atlántico Mar Chiquita,' this reserve boasts a rich tapestry of habitats, ranging from expansive savannas to hyper-saline lakes, offering sanctuary to a diverse array of flora and fauna.

The Moconá (Yucumã) Falls is a dramatic linear waterfall on the border between the province of Misiones, Argentina, and the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. The areas on either side of the falls are protected by the Moconá Provincial Park in Argentina and the Turvo State Park in Brazil.

Monte León National Park is a nature reserve in southern Argentina. It was established in 2004 to protect a unique ecosystem where the Patagonian steppe meets the Atlantic Ocean. The park boasts impressive biodiversity and natural beauty, with dramatic cliffs, windswept beaches, and diverse flora and fauna. It's a symbol of conservation in the region and a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.