It is the only urban state park located entirely within the city limits of Manaus.
The park was established specifically to protect a remnant of the Amazon rainforest that was being encroached upon by rapid urban development.
The name 'Sumaúma' refers to the Ceiba pentandra tree, a giant of the Amazon rainforest known for its massive buttress roots.
The park houses several species of primates, including the pied tamarin, which is critically endangered.
The animal statues serve as both decorative elements and educational markers for local wildlife identification.
Sumaúma State Park is the only state-protected environmental conservation area located within the urban perimeter of Manaus. It covers 52 hectares of primary and secondary Amazonian forest, specifically classified as dense rainforest. The park functions as a biological corridor for local fauna and a site for environmental research. Visitors encounter a network of trails decorated with life-sized, animal-themed statues of local species such as the jaguar and sloth. The area features a significant focus on ecological education, including an interpretive trail system. It serves as a vital green lung for the densely populated Nova Cidade neighborhood. The terrain consists of flat, lowland Amazonian forest typical of the region's unique biodiversity.
The interpretive trail section featuring the largest animal-themed statues.
Wear long sleeves and trousers to protect against mosquitoes and other insects.
Use strong, tropical-strength insect repellent before entering the trails.
Stick strictly to marked trails as the forest floor can be dense and disorienting.
Do not wander off the marked trails or attempt to feed any animals you may encounter.
Closed on Mondays for maintenance and research activities.
Maintain silence to avoid disturbing wildlife; carry out all trash; stay on designated paths to protect fragile vegetation.
