Paklenica National Park
Attraction
4.8 (5796 reviews)
Protected mountain forest popular with climbers & mountaineers with 2 peaks of higher than 1,700m.
Croatia
+385 23 369 155
Did You Know?
Gorges
Paklenica National Park is famous for its two impressive gorges: Velika Paklenica (Big Paklenica) and Mala Paklenica (Small Paklenica).
Rock Climbing Paradise
Paklenica is a renowned rock climbing destination, attracting climbers from all over the world due to its challenging routes and stunning scenery.
Cave Exploration
The park features several caves, with Manita peć being the most famous and accessible to visitors. It's known for its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites.
Highest Peak
The highest peak in the Paklenica National Park is Vaganski vrh, reaching an elevation of 1,757 meters.
Highlights from Reviews
• diverse hiking paths
The park offers diverse hiking paths suitable for beginners and experienced climbers, catering to various skill levels.
• magnificent views
The park boasts magnificent views of cliffs, canyons, and the coast, providing breathtaking scenery from the parking lot and along the trails.
• movie history
Many scenes from Winnetou and Old Shatterhand movies were shot here.
• climbing and hiking
The park provides opportunities for both hiking and climbing, with prepared routes and equipment rentals available.
• water refill points
There are water refill points along the routes, ensuring hikers can stay hydrated during their visit.
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