Established in 1975, the park covers a large coastal and inland area, providing the best access to beautiful, ever-changing beaches and estuaries. Adjacent to the park, national policy established Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve in 1978, providing better protection to the area. Gold mining and farming continued to happen for many years, and gold panners are still a threat to the environment, although to a lesser extent than in past years. Local communities depending on the area's natural resources fought against national authorities' concern over environmental protection and tourism. There are at least 500 species of trees that will accompany you along the trails, some of them reaching up to 70 meters high.
Marine life is just as rich.
Sea turtles nest on some of the beaches, and sperm whales have been spotted offshore. There are also 40 species of fresh water fish in the many rivers that bathe the area. They each have a station where park rangers live and provide visitors with handy, and some times life-saving information. In the surrounding areas to each entrance you will find some other options for lodging. Camping is also available.