Arenal National Park contains the Arenal Volcano and is a part of the Arenal Tilaran Conservation area, which is in the central part of Costa Rica, just north of San Jose. The Arenal Volcano is the most active volcano in Costa Rica. Arenal National Park is accessible from La Fortuna and also from the north shore of Lake Arenal.

Arenal National Park travel & visitor info is as follows:

• Arenal National Park has short walking trails which are carefully monitored to ensure visitor safety. Rangers watch volcanic activity and open or close walking trails according to the activity levels of Arenal Volcano.
• Arenal Volcano has three craters that have been active since 1968. One of the craters was active until 1973, while another remains active to the present day.
• Arenal National Park's climate is mild with temperatures varying between 21° and 28° C (70° and 82° F). The rainy season starts in May and lasts until January while dry season runs from February to April. Arenal National Park gets about 3.5 - 5 m (11.5 - 16.5 ft) of rain annually.
• The Arenal Volcano summit is at 1,647m (5,436 ft).
• Arenal National Park was created in 1991.

Arenal National Park attractions are as follows:

• Arenal Volcano eruptions are the main attraction.
• Arenal Observatory Lodge is located near La Fortuna and offers accommodation and a deck to view the volcano.
• Lake Arenal is also enroute to Arenal Volcano and is an attractive lake with water activities such as fishing, wind surfing and charming hotels and restaurants along its shores.
• Arenal Springs at Tabacon is located west of La Fortuna and is on the spot where the volcanic eruption of 1975 passed.
• Arenal Observatory Lodge is only 1.7 miles from the volcano. It's as close as you ca get to an eruption.
• Sights near Arenal National Park include hot springs... There are several near Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna.
• Hiking in Arenal National Park is an easy and fun way to explore Arenal National Park.
• Arenal Butterfly Conservatory has a display of Costa Rican butterflies for you and your family to enjoy.
• Arenal Snake Garden is a great place to check out Costa Rica's snakes. Sure beats running into one in the wild.
• Arenal National Park activities include some terrific options such as horse back riding, rappelling up a waterfall and hiking

Arenal Vacation Planning Resources

Arenal vacation planning resources and tools:

• Arenal Volcano eruptions are the main attraction.
• Arenal travel ideas and options.
• Arenal Observatory Lodge is located near La Fortuna and offers accommodation and a deck to view the volcano.
• Lake Arenal is a scenic route with a lovely country side and great places to stop and enjoy.
• Arenal Springs at Tabacon is located west of La Fortuna and is on the spot where the volcanic eruption of 1975 passed. There are other springs located nearby.
• Arenal Observatory Lodge is located in a great location for watching the eruptions.
• Sights near Arenal National Park make for a lovely scenic drive and give you some great things to see.
• Hiking in Arenal National Park provides some great opportunities to get out and see nature.
• Arenal Butterfly Conservatory has a numerous Costa Rican butterflies on display.
• Arenal Snake Garden gives you and the kids a chance to see this slithery creature.
• Arenal National Park activities are fun and diverse. There's everything from water activities to horseback riding and rappelling.
• Arenal Volcano hotels and lodges has a comprehensive list with links to descriptions and photos.
• Monteverde Arenal trip: Don't miss the scenic Monteverde Arenal trip through the cloud forests to the explosive Arenal Volcano.