Kitubulu Central Forest Reserve
| Kitubulu Central Forest Reserve | |
|---|---|
| Kitubulu forest | |
Tourists in Kitubulu Central Forest Reserve in Entebbe, Central Uganda | |
| Location | Central Region, Uganda |
| Nearest city | Entebbe district |
| Coordinates | 00°04′39″N 32°30′00″E / 0.07750°N 32.50000°E |
| Area | 80 ha (200 acres) |
| Governing body | National Forestry Authority |
Kitubulu Central Forest Reserve is a protected area located in Uganda, near the city of Entebbe in Central Uganda. Covering an area of 80 hectares, it is an important forest ecosystem that is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The reserve is categorized as a Category IV protected area by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), indicating its significance for the preservation of biological diversity and the protection of ecosystems. The forest reserve is situated in Central Uganda and is protected by the National Forestry Authority under the National Forest and Tree Planting Act. The forest reserve was gazetted in 1932 to protect Lake Victoria and the environment.