Subject and purpose of work: The present article concerns selected components of the tourism potential of the Kampinos National Park. The aim of the study is to examine the economical capabilities of environmentally valuable areas by referring to the rule of sustainable development. Materials and methods: The present analysis has looked in particular on basic tourism resources including the elements of tourism infrastructure within the park’s area. Results: The Kampinos National Park is unique on the European scale due to its location, natural and landscape values. Its high tourist potential is appreciated by numerous visitors. Conclusions: The Park’s environment needs to be properly managed and protected. The present preservation economy of the park should be altered so as to follow the sustainable development rules. Such an approach ensures preserving natural values in an unchanged state and contributes to the improvement of economical living conditions of the local community.