Located southwest of the city, Kismayo National Park was established to protect the coastal scrubland and semi-arid habitat that supports some of Somalia's distinctive wildlife, including the Somali wild ass — one of the most endangered equids in the world. The park also shelters species of antelope and a range of bird life along the coast.
The park was effectively unmanaged during the years of conflict and al-Shabaab control. Its current status and accessibility are uncertain; any visit would require coordination with local authorities and security advice. The area represents some of the last relatively intact coastal habitat in southern Somalia, and its conservation value remains significant even if access is presently impossible for most visitors.