the park wide altitude ranges extend from the gorgeous beaches of trindade, in paratyto the high peaks in são jose do barreiro.

the local residents separate and arrange tours in the park based on what they call the high part and the low part.

the serra, also known as the 'parte alta' or high part, is where visitors will find a handful of waterfalls, high peaks, belvederes, and stunning views.

this is where the famous gold mine trail, caminho da mambucaba begins - better known as the trilha do ouro, reaching all the way to the town of são jose do barreiro, in the paraíba valley.