National park Paklenica

Caves in National park Paklenica

Caves & Karst

Paklenica National Park's subterranean landscape features over 115 speleological objects, including vertical pits and horizontal caves. Manita peć stands as the primary attraction, showcasing 175 meters of accessible chambers filled with flowstone, stalagmites, and stalactites. The surrounding karst terrain includes remote pits like Jama Golubinka and natural shelters such as Sklonište Pećina. These formations illustrate the erosion of limestone over millions of years, creating a complex network of geological sites accessible via the park’s hiking trails.

Caves & Karst — Map

A

Manita peć

The only cave in Paklenica open for public tours. It contains three large chambers featuring underground formations like the 'Helmet,' 'Organ,' and 'Bride' stalagmites. Guided access is seasonal and requires a separate entrance fee.

B

Sklonište Pećina

A natural cave formation utilized as a primitive mountain shelter along the hiking trails of the Velebit range.

C

Jama Golubinka

A vertical karst pit characteristic of the Velebit region's limestone geology.

D

Lukčeva pećina

A limestone cave located near the Velika Paklenica canyon.

E

Mokrača

A cave formation located within the karst landscape of the national park.

F

Babunjuša

A speleological site situated within the rugged terrain of the Velebit mountain range.

G

Jatara

A natural cave located in the karst region of the national park.

Other Lists

National Park Paklenica Essentials Peaks and Mountain Huts