Penas Blancas Wildlife Refuge

Situated on the southern slope of the Tilaran Mountain Range, Penas Blancas Wildlife Refuge is named for its unusual pale cliffs -- formed by diatomite deposits that bleach the rock face white. The refuge was created in 1985 to protect the flora and fauna native to the area's high watersheds, which include the headwaters for several major rivers including the Ciruelas and Barranca. The refuge is very secluded and one of the country's least visited destinations.

Last updated: Oct 21, 2023