Walter Thilo Deininger National Park
Parque Nacional Walter Thilo Deininger
A coastal dry forest reserve northeast of La Libertad, with forest trails for birdwatching, monkeys, and sea views.
The national park covers about 730 hectares. It is named after a German-descended plantation owner from El Salvador who donated the land, and it protects a rare tropical dry forest on the Pacific coast. Its wildlife includes iguanas, squirrels, armadillos, and many bird species. The park has several trails of 1 to 5 km, including routes to a stream valley and lookout points over the coast. Entrance fees are low, visitors must register at the entrance, and some routes are best walked with a park ranger. The park is about 5 km from La Libertad and roughly 25 minutes by taxi from Tunco, making it a good half-day trip for a change of scenery from the beach.
Opening hours
About 08:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Playa San Diego
- Puerto de La Libertad
- Punta Roca
- El Tunco Beach
- El Sunzal
- El Zonte
- Tamanique Waterfalls
- Playa Mizata