Basic ecotouristic information on Morro Moreno National Park (Chile) - localization, access, characteristic, fauna and flora, possible activities.
Localization
North Chile, southern part of Mejillones Peninsula, 25 km northwest of Antofagasta.
Access
Easy. There are three access ways from Antofagasta - via Juan Lopez Spa, via Bolsico Beach or via Bolsico Valley.
Characteristic
73 km2; Coastal mountainous region of Cordillera de la Costa. Park altitude ranges from the sea level up to 950 meters. Almost a single source of water for the park is mist condensation. Very scarce vegetation on the most of park area. Typical ecosystems: coastal desert, sea and its coas
Fauna + Flora
Species List - See the Attachment Below
(Species list may not be complete)
Possible activities
Easy trekking - several trails in the park.
Paragliding.
Note
Important archaeologic site - La Aguada.