National Park · Argentina
Iguazú National Park
Iguazú National Park is a national park in Argentina, covering 167,092 acres (67,620 ha), established in 1934.
National Park · Argentina
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Park facts
| Park type | National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Argentina |
| Area | 167,092 acres (67,620 ha) |
| Established | 1934 |
| Coordinates | 25.6834° S, 54.4548° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Planning your visit
Best time to visit
April to May and September to October — comfortable temperatures and manageable crowds
What to do
Getting there
| Nearest town | Puerto Iguazú, Argentina |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Cataratas del Iguazú International Airport (IGR) |
Where to stay
| Lodges | Hotels in Puerto Iguazú, the gateway town |
|---|
Famous trails
- Macuco Trail — 4.3 miles (7 km)
- Green Trail — 0.4 miles (0.65 km) — Easy
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Airports near this park
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- Cataratas International Airport (IGU) · Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil · 6.5 miles away
- Guaraní International Airport (AGT) · Ciudad del Este, Paraguay · 28.9 miles away
- Teniente Ramon A. Ayub Gonzalez International Airport (ENO) · Encarnación, Paraguay · 136.7 miles away
Parks nearby
More parks in Argentina
Frequently asked questions
Where is Iguazú National Park?
Iguazú National Park is in Argentina (25.6834° S, 54.4548° W).
When was Iguazú National Park established?
Iguazú National Park was established in 1934, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Iguazú National Park?
Iguazú National Park covers 167,092 acres (67,620 ha).
When is the best time to visit Iguazú National Park?
April to May and September to October — comfortable temperatures and manageable crowds.
How do I get to Iguazú National Park?
The nearest town is Puerto Iguazú, Argentina. The nearest airport is Cataratas del Iguazú International Airport (IGR).
Sources
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q474205 — Wikidata (CC0) — name, country, coordinates, area, established year, highest point where stated.
- https://taketravelinfo.com/best-time-to-visit-iguazu-falls-a-seasonal-guide/ — Best time to visit, as stated by the source.
- https://iguazufalls-tickets.org/plan-your-visit/faq/ — Official park page.
- https://www.wayfairertravel.com/inspiration/guide-to-iguazu-falls/ — Activities offered, as stated by the source.
- https://evendo.com/locations/argentina/iguazu-national-park — Getting there — nearest town and airport, as stated by the source.