Nature / National park
Hatila Valley National Park
Merkez, Artvin
A national park just west of Artvin protecting the Hatila Stream valley, known for its narrow canyons with waterfalls, steep slopes and more than 500 plant species.
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Its story
The national park covers the young, V-shaped, narrow-floored valley formed by the Hatila Stream and its many tributaries. Transitions between different rock types have created breaks in slope and waterfalls along the stream; downcutting has been so strong that slope gradients reach 80–100 percent in places, and the middle reaches of the valley take on the look of a canyon and gorge. The vegetation combines relict communities reminiscent of a Mediterranean climate with endemic species; bears, wild goats, Caucasian black grouse and trout are among the park's known wildlife. The park, about 10 km from the city center, has areas set aside for day use and camping. Along the valley there are rich opportunities for hiking, photography and nature watching.
Key facts
- Status
- National park (DKMP)
- Distance
- About 10 km from central Artvin
- Getting there
- Gravel road from the Artvin–Hopa direction
- Visit duration
- Half a day
Trip purpose
- Photography
- Camping
- Day trip
- Hiking
Location
41.18583, 41.73389
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://www.tarimorman.gov.tr/DKMP/Menu/27/Milli-Parklar | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hatila_Vadisi_Millî_Parkı | https://www.kulturportali.gov.tr/turkiye/artvin/gezilecekyer/hatila-vadisi-milli-parki | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6079009