Established in 1992, the park covers an area of about 8,000 square kilometers and is part of the larger Heart of Borneo initiative, aimed at conserving the region's unique biodiversity.

The park features diverse ecosystems, including lowland and montane rainforests, and is home to a variety of wildlife such as orangutans, proboscis monkeys (Bekantan), numerous bird species and endemic flora.

The park is vital for local communities and indigenous groups who rely on its resources, but it faces challenges such as deforestation and habitat fragmentation due to logging and agricultural expansion.

The economy of the Putussibau Utara community generally relies on the agricultural sector, with main commodities such as rice, corn, and various vegetables.

The main transportation is via river with motorboats and klotok, as well as land roads connecting this district with the government center in Putussibau, the capital of Kapuas Hulu Regency.