Itacolomi State Park

Parque Estadual do Itacolomi

Shared by the municipalities of Ouro Preto and Mariana is a park which contains very diverse flora and fauna with many hiking opportunities. The centerpiece of the park, Itacolomi Peak, is a pair of rocks, one huge and one much smaller, which can be seen from hilltops around town. Itacolomi means "the Rock and the Boy" in Tupi. For experienced hikers, it is possible to take a difficult 12-km trek through the park to visit the village of Lavras Novas and its nearby waterfalls. Visitors to the park must be accompanied by a guide, which can be arranged in advance by telephone.

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Address

BR-356, Km 98 - Bauxita

Hours

Thu-Sun 08:00-17:00

Website

ief.mg.gov.br (opens in a new tab)