San Ramon
Located less than one hour from San Jose, the small town of San Ramon lies nestled in the picturesque mountains of Alajuela province. San Ramon is also called “The City of Presidents and Poets,” a moniker reflective of the town’s history – five of Costa Rica’s presidents hail from San Ramon, including Jose Figueres Ferrer, the man responsible for abolishing Costa Rica’s army in 1948. Celebrated poets, including Lisimaco Chavarria Palma and Felix Angel Salas Cabezas, were also raised in San Ramon.
Snapshot
Summary
Small town located less than an hour from San Jose; situated at the base of a secluded cloud forest.
Landscape
City, Cloud Forest, Mountains
Attractions
Los Angeles Cloud Forest Reserve, Waterfalls
Activities
Bird & Wildlife Watching, Hiking
Caters to
Couples/Honeymooners, Independent Travelers, Luxury Travelers, Nature Lovers
Facts
- Location : 25 miles from San Jose; 14 miles southwest of Zarcero
- Altitude : 3,468 feet above sea level
- Weather : Warm and breezy year-round
- Average Yearly Temperature : 72-77 F
Attractions
Los Angeles Cloud Forest Reserve
Located on land once owned by former president Rodrigo Carazo, the Los Angeles Cloud Forest Reserve is one of Costa Rica's best-kept secrets. Adjacent to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, this misty private park ...
ContinuePenas 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 ...
ContinueLast updated: Nov 3, 2023