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There are several ways to enter Corcovado. Carate is 26 miles (43 km) southwest of Puerto Jiménez along a rocky muddy road that deteriorates from a reasonable gravel surface to a serious 4WD challenge as you round Cabo Matapalo. There are a pulpería for last minute supplies, a campsite with showers and restrooms, and several lodges in the area. From Carate you can enter the park on foot at the La Leona Ranger station (camping sites with an outdoor shower) 1.2 miles (2 km) west along playa Madrigal. Camping sites with restrooms, a handwash laundry area, and an outdoor shower are available.  Sirena is the largest of the interior ranger stations in Corcovado. (contributed by Tom Hall © 2005)
Sirena ranger station is 9 miles (15 km ) west along the beach. At high tide there are several rock outcroppings that block the way. In addition to camping Sirena has a large old bunk house where you can set up your mosquito net, and rollout your sleeping bag under a roof ($US 5 per person, reservation required). The airstrip at Sirena is open to charter or private flights with advance notice.
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