Known for its diverse ecology and hiking trails, Pelister National Park is a great place for hiking. Here tourists can see a variety of flora and fauna, and may be lucky enough to see a roe deer, wild boar or red-billed jackdaw. A famous ski resort near Mavrovo, Pelister is a secluded spot and a great place to take advantage of 1,172 meters of vertical descent without the crowds of other popular ski resorts. In addition to the magnificent natural campsites, the park has several hotels, and Bitola is only 30 km away, meaning visitors can split their time between the urban bustle of the city and the refreshing natural beauty of the park.

National Park Pelister was proclaimed on November 30, 1948 by law approved by the Presidium of the People's Republic of Macedonia. According to the Nature Conservation Law, the government agency Pelister National Park is responsible for the protection and management of the park.

Mount Baba, better known as Pelister, is the southernmost mountain with alpine characteristics. Located between the Pelagonia and Prespa valleys, it is more than 465 million years old, and the highest peak in the park is 2601 meters above sea level.

Two legends are associated with the name Pelister. When viewed from a distance, the gray-white stones on the mountainside resemble a dove. One legend says that the name Pelister comes from the Greek word dor dove - perister. According to another legend, the name comes from the characteristic five-needle pine in the park.

The Molica pine - Pinus peuce - is the most famous landmark of the Pelister National Park. This species was discovered by the Austrian botanist August Grisebach in 1839. Although Molika is found in other Balkan mountains, one of the oldest and most compact forest communities can be found on Pelister. Walking around Pelister, you can find trees over 230 years old.