Florianópolis Nature Escapes
Florianópolis features a diverse landscape of coastal lagoons, Atlantic Forest reserves, and granite peaks. This collection highlights the expansive Lagoa da Conceição and its surrounding dunes, alongside protected areas like the Rio Vermelho State Park and Carijós Ecological Station. The list includes the island's largest freshwater lake, Lagoa do Peri, secluded beaches like Lagoinha do Leste, and various forest waterfalls including Poção do Córrego Grande and Cachoeira da Solidão.
A Lagoa da Conceição
Large saltwater lagoon known for windsurfing and its historic village featuring traditional Azorean architecture and lace-making heritage.
B Parque Natural Municipal das Dunas da Lagoa da Conceição
A 706-hectare protected area comprising shifting sand dunes and coastal scrubland situated between the lagoon and Joaquina Beach.
C Carijós Ecological Station
Carijós Ecological Station is a coastal marine ecological station in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil.
D Rio Vermelho State Park
The Rio Vermelho State Park Portuguese: Parque Estadual do Rio Vermelho is a state park in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil.
E Lagoa de Fora
The northern and largest basin of the Lagoa da Conceição lagoon system.
F Lagoa de Dentro
The southern, more sheltered basin of Lagoa da Conceição, characterized by calmer waters.
Lagoinha do Leste
A preserved coastal lagoon and beach accessible only via hiking trails from Pântano do Sul or Matadeiro, or by boat.
H Lagoa do Peri
The largest freshwater lake on Santa Catarina Island, surrounded by Atlantic Forest and designated as a municipal park.
Poção do Córrego Grande
Natural pool and waterfall located at the end of a short forest trail in the Córrego Grande neighborhood.
Cachoeira do Peri
Waterfall located within the Lagoa do Peri Municipal Park, accessible via the Caminho do Saquinho trail.
Cachoeira da Solidão
Secluded waterfall and natural swimming hole located at the end of a trail starting from Praia da Solidão.
Cachoeira Costa da Lagoa
Waterfall situated in the historic Costa da Lagoa community, reachable via regional ferry or hiking trails.
Pico da Coroa
Granite peak overlooking Lagoinha do Leste, named for its distinctive crown-shaped rock formations.
Parque da Luz
Urban park located at the island-side entrance of the historic Hercílio Luz Bridge, featuring walking paths and lookout points.
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