Best things to do in Barreirinhas

Barreirinhas Essentials

Barreirinhas serves as the primary entrance to the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, a 155,000-hectare protected area characterized by rolling white sand dunes and seasonal rainwater pools. This collection features the high-altitude viewpoints of Lagoa Bonita and the deep waters of Lagoa Azul. It also includes the 35-meter Preguiças Lighthouse in Mandacaru and the remote oasis of Baixa Grande. Local gastronomy is represented by traditional seafood establishments specializing in the region's grilled shrimp and river-side dining along the Preguiças River.

Barreirinhas Essentials — Map

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Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a national park in Maranhão state in northeastern Brazil, just east of the Baía de São José.

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Preguiças Lighthouse

Preguiças Lighthouse also called Mandacaru Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Maranhão, Brazil.

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Lagoa Bonita

Accessible via a steep climb, this lagoon offers panoramic views over the dune fields. It is one of the most elevated points in the national park.

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Lagoa Azul

A seasonal rainwater lagoon known for its clarity. It serves as the primary destination for the park's most accessible trekking circuit.

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A Canoa

Riverside restaurant specializing in Maranhão regional cuisine and fresh seafood sourced from the Preguiças River.

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Restaurante do Luzia

Located in Canto do Atins, this rustic eatery is recognized for its specific recipe of grilled shrimp, a regional culinary staple.

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Capivara Lagoon

Freshwater lagoon located within the national park, typically accessed via 4x4 tours from the town center.

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Baixa Grande

An oasis situated deep within the dunes, inhabited by a small traditional community and used as a base for multi-day trekking expeditions.