Santa Cruz Island

Dragon Hill (Cerro Dragón)

Dragon Hill is a visitor site established by the Galápagos National Park. A hypersaline lagoon located just behind the beach attracts flamingos, common stilts, pintail ducks, and other bird species. A short walk takes visitors up the hill, offering scenic views of the bay and a land iguana nesting site.

Highlights:	Hypersaline lagoon, panoramic bay views
Animals:	Flamingos, common stilts, pintail ducks, land and marine iguanas, lava and great blue herons, lava lizards, mockingbirds
Difficulty:	Easy
Landing:	Dry

*Note: Activities may vary depending on time of day, cruise itinerary, and Galápagos National Park regulations.

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