National parks in Lika-Senj
Lika-Senj has 2 national parks: Northern Velebit and Plitvice Lakes.
National parks in Lika-Senj
- Northern Velebit National Park
High karst ridges of northern Velebit with alpine meadows, sinkholes, and Adriatic views.
- Plitvice Lakes National Park
A chain of lakes and travertine waterfalls in Croatia’s karst highlands. Boardwalks wind past clear turquoise pools and cascading falls.
Other parks within reach of Lika-Senj
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Velebit National Park | 20.8 km (13 mi) | 34 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Plitvice Lakes National Park | 30 km (18.6 mi) | 44 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Paklenica National Park | 47.4 km (29.5 mi) | 1 hr 3 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Risnjak National Park | 92.9 km (57.7 mi) | 1 hr 49 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Kornati National Park | 102 km (63.6 mi) | 1 hr 57 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Krka National Park | 111 km (68.9 mi) | 2 hr 5 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Brijuni National Park | 120 km (74.4 mi) | 2 hr 13 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Triglav National Park | 215 km (134 mi) | 3 hr 37 min | Best as a weekend |
| Monti Sibillini National Park | 259 km (161 mi) | 4 hr 15 min | Best as a weekend |
| Mljet National Park | 274 km (170 mi) | 4 hr 29 min | Best as a weekend |
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Common questions
How many national parks are in Lika-Senj?
2: Northern Velebit National Park and Plitvice Lakes National Park.
What is the closest national park to Lika-Senj?
Northern Velebit National Park, roughly 20.8 km (13 mi) out and about 34 min of driving from the centre of Lika-Senj.