Biogradska Gora National Park
Kolašin, Montenegro
A national park protecting one of Europe's few remaining old-growth forests, with a glacial lake and easy trails through tall beeches and conifers. Take the loop around the lake, and expect cool air even in summer.
Biogradska Gora National Park was established in 1952 and covers around 55 km² in the Bjelasica mountains near Kolašin, where the park administration is based. At its centre lies a primeval forest of about 16 km² with trees more than 400 years old; beech, sycamore maple and ash grow by the lake, and beech and silver fir on the slopes. The park has several glacial lakes; Lake Biogradsko is the largest and lies in the middle of the primeval forest. UNESCO included the area in its Man and the Biosphere Programme in 1977.
The circuit around the lake is easy and can be done in one to two hours; if you stay longer you can follow paths into the surrounding area. It rains a lot, and the air is cool even in summer. Bring rain and warm clothing, and ideally come in the morning.
- Nearest town
- Kolašin, Montenegro
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 42.8983, 19.6014
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Montenegro: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Camp TaraCampsite5 km from Biogradska Gora National ParkTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Katun Reljina campCampsite7 km from Biogradska Gora National Park · 5 pitchesTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Auto Camp KujovicCampsite9 km from Biogradska Gora National ParkTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking water
- Auto-Camp ScepanovicMotorhome stopover10 km from Biogradska Gora National Park · 20 pitchesTentsMotorhomesDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camp LipovoCampsite10 km from Biogradska Gora National ParkTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Eko Oaza-Tear of EuropeCampsite20 km from Biogradska Gora National ParkTentsCaravansWi-Fi
All campsites in Montenegro · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Biogradska Gora National Park?
Biogradska Gora National Park is in Kolašin, Montenegro, at GPS 42.8983, 19.6014. It is about 48 km from Žabljak.
Can you camp near Biogradska Gora National Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Biogradsko Jezero, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 21 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Biogradska Gora National Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Morača Monastery (23 km), Đurđevića Tara Bridge (37 km), Black Lake (50 km) and Sedlo Pass (51 km).
When is the best time to visit Biogradska Gora National Park?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)