The quiet bay and beautiful protected beach at Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Bah铆a Junquillal provide gentle swimming and snorkeling opportunities. It's a popular destination for Tico families on weekends and holidays. On a clear day, you鈥檒l see Volc谩n Oros铆 in the distance. The refuge is administered from the ACG (脕rea de Conservaci贸n Guanacaste) park headquarters at Santa Rosa. There鈥檚 a ranger station here that鈥檚 in telephone and radio contact with Santa Rosa.
Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Bah铆a Junquillal
Northwestern Costa Rica
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