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Progreso

Chiriquí Province, Panama · North America

About Progreso

Progreso sits on the route: 15 minutes from La Esperanza, 52km from Volcán Barú.

Progreso is a town located in Chiriquí Province, Panama. With a population of 2,211, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Progreso 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 Progreso to your route.

About Progreso

Progreso is a corregimiento in Barú District, Chiriquí Province, Panama. It has a land area of 55.6 square kilometres (21.5 sq mi) and had a population of 11,402 as of 2010, giving it a population density of 205 inhabitants per square kilometre (530/sq mi). Its population as of 1990 was 13,107; its population as of

Read more 2000 was 10,103. Its inhabitants are mainly engaged in planting and harvesting Rice.

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Where is Progreso located?

Progreso is located in Chiriquí Province, Panama, North America. The coordinates are 8.4467 latitude, -82.8386 longitude.

What is the population of Progreso?

Progreso has a population of approximately 2,211 people, making it a town in Panama.

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Quick Information

Population
2,211
Continent
North America
Country
Panama
Region
Chiriquí Province
Timezone
America/Panama
Coordinates
8.4467, -82.8386

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Worth the detour from Progreso

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.

52 km · about 60 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.

52 km · about 60 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.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Progreso

  • 52 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.
  • 52 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 Progreso.

La Esperanza

🇵🇦 Panama

7 km awayPop. 1,890

Aserrío de Gariché

🇵🇦 Panama

7 km awayPop. 1,804

Finca Blanco

🇵🇦 Panama

8 km awayPop. 1,063

Canoas

🇨🇷 Costa Rica

10 km awayPop. 4,573

San Isidro

🇵🇦 Panama

10 km awayPop. 1,648

Celmira

🇵🇦 Panama

12 km awayPop. 1,087

Manaca Norte

🇵🇦 Panama

12 km awayPop. 1,294

Paso Canoas Arriba

🇵🇦 Panama

13 km awayPop. 1,090

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