Mount Kenya National Park

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Mount Kenya National Park, established in 1949, protects the region surrounding Mt. Kenya, the second highest mountain in Africa. 1,300 km² of the park is a forest reserve with 715 km² above the 3000m (10,500ft) tree line.

At lower altitudes monkeys and Water Buffalo can be easily seen. Some larger mammals such as elephants range up to 15,000ft.

A small portion of this park's borders near heavy populations have electrified fences to keep the elephants out of the surrounding farmland. Volcanic sediment in the surrounding region's soil and the huge volume of fresh water coming down the slopes makes the area particularly favorable for agriculture.