National parks of Dominica

There are several national parks, including the Morne Trois Pitons (17,000 acres) in the south, the Central Forest Reserve and the Northern Forest Reserve, which together protect rainforest covering much of the island’s mountainous interior.

Morne Trois Pitons National Park Much of the south part of the island (17,000 acres) has since 1975 been designated the Morne Trois Pitons National Park and in 1998 it became a World Heritage Site. Evidence of volcanic activity is manifested in hot springs, sulphur emissions and the occasional small eruption.

Its attractions include the Boiling Lake (92°C), which may be the largest of its kind in the world (the other contender is in New Zealand) and reached after a six-mile climb from Laudat. You have to return on the same path as an alternative trail is no longer maintained. An experienced guide is recommended as the trail can be treacherous, particularly if the mist descends, but it is easy to follow once you are on it.

Central Forest reserve
First forest reserve, northern section of Dominica’s highway system cuts through this reserve  & scenic drive, sheer mountain slopes, peaceful valleys, swift rivers  & often waterfalls keep company as you weave  and wind through the interior, gommier trees( 120 ft) (beautiful & durable hardwood tree) stand tall throughout the reserve. Pont Casse roundabout where all roads traversing the interior meet.

Northern forest reserve
Established 1977 covers an area of 22000 acres, it covers the north central part of the island. Has Morne Diablotin, Syndicate Forest at the foot of the mountain, an spot the endemic species of the parrots like Sisserou(the national bird of the island) and Jacquot parrots habitat. Famous for bird watching. 160 other species found, syndicate best area for bird watching, also has a trail to Brandy falls 4747 ft above sea level highest oeak of the island, Morne Diblotin looks down upon the primal rainforests in its foothills, complex ecosysyem, plant life and wildlife . Pagua river snakes through the foothills of the rainforests eastern slopes , can take swim in some pockets.