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Canoas

Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica · North America

About Canoas

Canoas sits on the route: 5 minutes from Paso Canoas Arriba, 45km from Volcán Barú.

Canoas is a town located in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. With a population of 4,573, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Canoas sits in Costa Rica. It's in the America/Costa Rica time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Canoas to your route.

About Canoas

Celmira is a town in the Chiriquí province of Panama.

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What are the best things to do in Canoas?

Canoas offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Canoas located?

Canoas is located in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, North America. The coordinates are 8.5330 latitude, -82.8384 longitude.

What is the population of Canoas?

Canoas has a population of approximately 4,573 people, making it a town in Costa Rica.

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Quick Information

Population
4,573
Continent
North America
Country
Costa Rica
Region
Puntarenas Province
Timezone
America/Costa_Rica
Coordinates
8.5330, -82.8384

Tags

North AmericaCosta RicaPuntarenas ProvinceTown

Worth the detour from Canoas

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Volcán Barú

Panama's highest point at 3,475 m, and the rare summit from which both the Pacific and Caribbean can be seen on a clear dawn. A brutal 4x4 track climbs from Boquete; most drive up by jeep tour before sunrise.

45 km · about 50 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Volcan Baru Summit Road

A brutally steep, rough track climbs from Boquete to Panama's 3,474 m high point, the only place in the country where both the Pacific and the Caribbean are visible on a clear dawn. Most drivers stop at the ranger station.

45 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Boquete

A cool highland town in the Chiriquí mountains known for world-class coffee, the Quetzal Trail, and the challenging Volcán Barú summit.

52 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Canoas

  • 45 kmVolcán BarúPanama's highest point at 3,475 m, and the rare summit from which both the Pacific and Caribbean can be seen on a clear dawn. A brutal 4x4 track climbs from Boquete; most drive up by jeep tour before sunrise.
  • 45 kmVolcan Baru Summit RoadA brutally steep, rough track climbs from Boquete to Panama's 3,474 m high point, the only place in the country where both the Pacific and the Caribbean are visible on a clear dawn. Most drivers stop at the ranger station.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Canoas.

San Isidro

🇵🇦 Panama

1 km awayPop. 1,648

Paso Canoas Arriba

🇵🇦 Panama

4 km awayPop. 1,090

Celmira

🇵🇦 Panama

4 km awayPop. 1,087

Aserrío de Gariché

🇵🇦 Panama

7 km awayPop. 1,804

Progreso

🇵🇦 Panama

10 km awayPop. 2,211

Breñón

🇵🇦 Panama

11 km awayPop. 230

Gómez

🇵🇦 Panama

11 km awayPop. 1,257

Santo Domingo

🇵🇦 Panama

14 km awayPop. 1,216

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