The Serra Azul State Park is in the municipality of Barra do Garças in the east of Mato Grosso.

The mountains give rise to many streams that feed the Araguaia River or the Rio das Mortes.

On 10 August 2015 governor Pedro Taques signed an agreement with the municipality of Barra do Garças for investment in the park's infrastructure and improved staffing.

[4] Schools and universities were also allowed monitored access to the park subject to advanced authorization.

SEMA said in 2015 they planned to gradually open new areas for visitors, who average 2,500 per month, to allow better security and conservation of local biodiversity.

The Astyanax xavante is a fish that is endemic to the Córrego Avoadeira, the largest stream in the park.

Other attractions include Christ's staircase, the gazebo and trails that lead to 15 waterfalls with an average height of 15 to 25 metres (49 to 82 ft).