The reserve occupies land that was formerly used by the Argentine Air Force, transitioning from military infrastructure to a protected ecological space.
It is one of the few remaining examples of the original Pampean forest ecosystem in the urbanized Greater Buenos Aires region.
The park features a specialized butterfly garden designed to attract and support native pollinator species.
The site operates an onsite nursery that propagates native plant species for environmental restoration projects throughout the municipality.
The lagoon areas within the reserve serve as essential natural drainage and water filtration points for the surrounding neighborhood.
The reserve's layout incorporates 'educational nodes' that detail the lifecycle of native trees like the Ombu and the Ceibo.
Reserva Natural Urbana de Morón is a 14.5-hectare protected green space situated in Castelar, serving as a conservation site for native Pampeano flora and fauna. The area features a network of loop trails designed for hiking and educational observation of local ecosystems. The terrain encompasses diverse habitats, including native grasslands, wetlands, and reforestation areas that support various bird and insect species. A municipal nursery operates within the grounds, contributing to the park's function as an environmental research and conservation hub. It functions as a public environmental education center, providing visitors access to interpretive signage regarding local biodiversity. The site is managed by the local government to preserve the ecological heritage of the western Buenos Aires metropolitan area.
The wooden elevated observation deck overlooking the wetland area.
Bring insect repellent, as the humid, vegetated environment attracts mosquitoes throughout the warmer months.
Use the provided educational maps at the entrance to identify the different ecological corridors along the trails.
Visit during the early morning to observe the highest level of bird activity in the marshy sections.
Do not venture off the designated paths into the tall grasslands, as this damages the habitat and increases risk of encountering local wildlife like snakes.
Typically closed on Mondays for maintenance and on days with heavy rainfall to protect trail integrity.
No pets allowed, leave no trace, remain on marked trails to protect sensitive flora, and smoking is prohibited.
