Tawau Hills National Park

Tawau Hills Park
IUCN category II (national park)
Tawau Hills
Location	Sabah, Malaysia
Nearest city	Tawau
Coordinates	4°24′N 117°54′E
Area	280 km2 (110 sq mi)
Established	1979
Governing body	Sabah Parks

Tawau Hills Park, was established in 1979, primarily as a protection for the water catchment area of Tawau town, Sabah, Malaysia. It is located 24 kilometres from Tawau, and comprises 279.72 km² of lowland dipterocarp rainforest, surrounded by oil palm and cacao plantations. The park offers picnic areas, camping sites, and chalets. The Park contains rugged volcanic landscapes including a hot spring and spectacular waterfalls. The highest point in the park is Gunung Magdalena (1310 m). It is administered by the Sabah Parks.

See also

• List of national parks of Malaysia

External links

• Maps of Tawau Hills National Park