Biogradska Gora, the smallest of the five national parks in Montenegro (its area is about 54 square kilometres), located in Kolašin municipality, is known by its forest (it is considered that Europe was covered by such type of forests earlier in its history), glacier lakes and mountains. Biogradska Gora is protected since 1878 and became a national park in 1952.
The easiest way to get to Biogradska Gora is going by car (about 1 hour from Podgorica or 1.5-2 hours from the Adriatic coast), and the road is very good and picturesque. The entrance fee in 2024 is 4 euros.
The heart of Biogradska Gora is Biogradsko Lake – a small glacier lake. The most popular and easiest hiking trail goes round Biogradsko Lake. This trail is called educational and is available for everyone. More complex trails go to nearby mountains.
The most common trees here are beeches, maples, ashes and silver firs. Some of the trees in this national park are older than 300-400 years.
The hiking trails in Biogradska Gora are comfortable for walking and well-equipped. You will find a lot of nice places for rest.
There are about 2,000 plant species including 400 Balkan endemics in Biogradska Gora. You can find beautiful flowers here like orchids or lilies and different berries (strawberry, raspberry, etc.)
If you are lucky enough, you can even meet some animals in Biogradska Gora.