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Bach Ma National Park

Bach Ma National Park is a national park in Vietnam, established in 1986, covering 220 km² (85 sq mi). It is the #20 largest of Vietnam's 34 national parks.

Area
220 km²
Established
1986
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
HUI · 28 km
Bach Ma National Park
Photo: Duncan Wright · CC BY-SA 3.0

Nearest airports to Bach Ma National Park

  1. 1
    Phu Bai International Airport Flag of VietnamHuế, Vietnam Airports in VietnamTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    HUI28 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Da Nang International Airport Flag of VietnamDa Nang, Vietnam Airports in VietnamTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    DAD40 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Dong Hoi Airport Flag of VietnamDong Hoi, Vietnam Airports in VietnamTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    VDH200 kmstraight line

More about Bach Ma National Park

Bach Ma National Park is one of 34 national parks in Vietnam. It covers 220 km² (22,000 ha) — about 2.1 times the size of Paris, making it the #20 largest national park in Vietnam (0.2% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1986, 40 years ago — the first national parks in Vietnam date back to 1960. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Bach Ma National Park

The closest airport is Phu Bai International Airport (HUI), about 28 km away — around 37 minutes by car; alternatively Da Nang International Airport (DAD, 40 km). Other national parks within reach include Sông Thanh National Park, Chu Mom Ray National Park, Kon Ka Kinh National Park (421 km²) and Virachey National Park (3,381 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Bach Ma National Park?

220 km² — about 22,000 hectares or 85 square miles.

When was Bach Ma National Park established?

In 1986 — 40 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Bach Ma National Park?

Phu Bai International Airport (HUI), about 28 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Bach Ma National Park?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.