Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
Parque Estadual do Prosa is located on the outskirts of Campo Grande, the capital city of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Covering approximately 135 hectares, the park is one of the last remnants of the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado biomes in the region, providing critical habitat for a variety of native wildlife including several bird species, small mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. The area is characterized by rolling hills, rocky outcrops, streams, and dense forest patches. Established to protect this important ecosystem and provide a recreational area for the city’s population, Parque Estadual do Prosa is a valuable site for environmental education, research, and ecotourism. Visitors can enjoy well-marked walking trails that wind through the diverse landscape, observation decks for wildlife viewing, picnic areas, and an interpretive center which offers information about the local flora, fauna, and conservation efforts. The park is particularly popular among birdwatchers due to the presence of endemic and migratory species. It also plays a key role in protecting local water sources and serves as a green lung for Campo Grande. While the park’s natural features and accessibility make it a great destination for family outings, hiking, and photography, it also emphasizes conservation and responsible visitation, ensuring that natural habitats are preserved for future generations.
