Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Bahía Junquillal

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The quiet bay and beautiful protected beach at Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Bahía Junquillal provide gentle swimming and snorkeling opportunities. It's a popular destination for Tico families on weekends and holidays. On a clear day, you’ll see Volcán Orosí in the distance. The refuge is administered from the ACG (Área de Conservación Guanacaste) park headquarters at Santa Rosa. There’s a ranger station here that’s in telephone and radio contact with Santa Rosa.


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