How Many Volcanoes Are There in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica sits on top of the Ring of Fire, a zone characterized by several shifting tectonic plates. These shifts result in volcanic activity. Currently, five volcanoes are steadily active, including Poás , Irazú , Turrialba , Arenal and Rincón de La Vieja . Other notable volcanoes include the Tenorio , Miravalles, Cerro Chato, and Barva volcanoes.

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