The park offers short trails, outdoor sculptures, green spaces and viewpoints over Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas.
History and context
Before you go, I want to tell you why it is worth it
The area was environmentally restored and turned into a park after the former Catacumba community was relocated.
The experience
What you will experience here
The family can walk along the trails and book adventure activities when an operator is running them.
👀 What you will find
Trails, outdoor sculptures, woodland and Mirante do Sacopã overlooking the lagoon.
❤️ Ideal for
Active families and children who enjoy a short walk to a viewpoint.
🗺️ Combine it with
Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and Parque dos Patins.
✨ Do not leave without...
Short trails, vegetation, sculptures and viewpoints over Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and the mountains. It is more appealing to families who enjoy walking than to those looking for a traditional playground.
🎒 Before you go
Wear trainers, bring water and avoid the strongest sunshine. With young children, plan your pace according to the climbs rather than the distance.
🧭 How I would do it
My plan: visit in the morning and finish down below with a stroll or lunch around the lagoon.
📍 Address
Avenida Epitácio Pessoa, 3000 — Lagoa.
🕐 Opening hours
It is open during the day. Confirm opening hours and adventure activities.
🎟️ Prices
Free park admission. Adventure activities are charged separately.
👨👩👧 Recommended age
Trails for active families; adventure activities have minimum age, weight and height requirements.
⏱️ Duration
Between 1 and 2½ hours.
📅 Booking
Usually not required for the park. Adventure activities may need a booking.
♿ Accessibility
Reaching the viewpoints involves uphill walking, and they are not fully accessible.
🚇 How to get there
Take a bus or a ride-hailing service to Lagoa.
💡
Ernestinho’s tip
Bring water and closed-toe shoes. Do not promise ziplining or treetop activities without confirming that the operator is running that day.
⭐ Highlights
Viewpoints overlooking the lagoon and Rio's mountains.
Location
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