Lahugala Kitulana National Park is one of Sri Lanka’s smallest national parks, but it plays a crucial role in conservation. Located in the Ampara District of the Eastern Province, it serves as an important habitat for Sri Lankan elephants and various endemic bird species. The park features three reservoirs—Lahugala, Kitulana, and Sengamuwa—which ultimately flow into the Heda Oya River.

Originally designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1966, it was upgraded to a national park in 1980. The park is known for its dry-zone evergreen forests, which provide food and shelter for elephants, particularly during the dry season. It also has historical significance, as the nearby Magul Maha Viharaya is believed to have been built for the marriage of King Kavan Tissa and Princess Viharamahadev.

Park is open from 6 AM to 6 PM.