Vojak peak features a stone observation tower built by the Austrian Mountaineering Club in 1911.
Vela Draga is a protected geomorphological nature monument famous for its towering limestone rock spires.
The park is home to the endemic Učka bellflower (Campanula tommasiniana), which grows nowhere else on Earth.
Učka sits on the border between the Mediterranean and Continental climate zones, creating a distinct vegetation overlap.
The park contains the 5-kilometer-long Učka Tunnel, which connects the Istrian interior with the Kvarner region.
Griffon vultures and golden eagles are frequently observed using the mountain's thermal updrafts.
The park contains over 200 kilometers of marked hiking and cycling trails.
During clear days, visibility from the Vojak tower extends to the Italian Alps and the peaks of Slovenia.
Nature Park Učka protects the Učka mountain range and the Ćićarija area, serving as a transitional point between the Istrian peninsula and the Croatian mainland. The park is defined by its dramatic limestone relief and deep karst sinkholes. It hosts a unique microclimate that allows for the coexistence of Mediterranean and Central European flora. Visitors can access the Vojak peak, which reaches 1,401 meters and offers 360-degree views of the Adriatic Sea, the islands of Cres and Krk, and the Istrian peninsula. The area is a significant corridor for migratory birds, particularly birds of prey. The park includes several educational trails, including the Slap waterfall trail and the Vela Draga geomorphological monument. It is managed by a public institution dedicated to the preservation of its diverse ecosystems. The park serves as a hub for both paragliding and competitive mountain cycling due to its elevation changes.
The viewing platform at the top of the stone tower on Vojak peak.
Bring a windproof jacket regardless of the season, as temperatures at the summit can be significantly lower than at sea level.
Use the parking area at Poklon as the primary base for most major hiking trails.
Always carry offline maps, as cellular signals can be intermittent in deep karst valleys.
Attempting to hike to the summit in flip-flops or lightweight fashion footwear; underestimating rapid weather shifts.
The Info Center at Poklon is closed on Mondays during the off-season; main park trails are accessible year-round weather permitting.
Stick to marked trails to protect endemic flora; leave no trace; dogs must be kept on a leash.
