Chiriquí Province, Panama · North America
La Esperanza sits on the route: 15 minutes from Progreso, 52km from Volcán Barú.
La Esperanza is a town located in Chiriquí Province, Panama. With a population of 1,890, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, La Esperanza sits in Panama. It's in the America/Panama time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add La Esperanza to your route.
The 2003 Puerto Armuelles earthquake occurred on December 25 at 02:11 local time (07:11 UTC). The epicenter was located in Panama, at about 7 km east of Puerto Armuelles, near the Panama-Costa Rica border. The earthquake had a magnitude of Mw 6.5. Two people were reported dead in Puerto Armuelles. There was buildingRead more
damage in Panama and Costa Rica. Power outage lasted for about four hours in Puerto Armuelles. The maximal intensity was MM VIII in Finca Naranjo, Costa Rica. The intensity was MM VII in Armuelles, Panama, and MM IV in Limón and the Central Valley, Costa Rica, including San José. This earthquake could also be felt in Panama City.
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La Esperanza is located in Chiriquí Province, Panama, North America. The coordinates are 8.4061 latitude, -82.7901 longitude.
La Esperanza has a population of approximately 1,890 people, making it a town in Panama.
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3 notable places within an hour's drive.
scenic viewpoint
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.
52 km · about 60 min drive
scenic viewpoint
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.
53 km · about 60 min drive
landmark
A cool highland town in the Chiriquí mountains known for world-class coffee, the Quetzal Trail, and the challenging Volcán Barú summit.
57 km · about 65 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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