National parks near Maó, Balearic Islands
Cabrera Archipelago National Park is the closest national park to Maó, Balearic Islands — 140 km (86.7 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 2 hr 30 min behind the wheel.
Ten small islands south of Mallorca in the Balearic Sea. Remote, mostly boat access, and strict limits on visitors.
Cabrera Archipelago National Park makes a full day trip — leave early. Asinara National Park is better with a night booked nearby.
Maó has a population of about 29,125.
Cabrera Archipelago National Park
Asinara National Park
Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park
Golfo di Orosei and Gennargentu National Park
Archipelago of La Maddalena National Park
Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park
Best time to visit Cabrera Archipelago National Park. Getting to Cabrera Archipelago National Park.
National parks near Maó
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabrera Archipelago National Park | 140 km (86.7 mi) | 2 hr 30 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Asinara National Park | 363 km (226 mi) | 5 hr 48 min | Best as a weekend |
| Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park | 407 km (253 mi) | 6 hr 26 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Golfo di Orosei and Gennargentu National Park | 438 km (272 mi) | 6 hr 53 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Archipelago of La Maddalena National Park | 459 km (285 mi) | 7 hr 12 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park | 468 km (291 mi) | 7 hr 20 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Tuscan Archipelago National Park | 592 km (368 mi) | 9 hr 10 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cinque Terre National Park | 651 km (405 mi) | 10 hr 2 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Gran Paradiso National Park | 672 km (418 mi) | 10 hr 20 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Tablas de Daimiel National Park | 685 km (426 mi) | 10 hr 32 min | Worth a longer road trip |
When to make this trip
Cabrera Archipelago National Park is generally best May, June, September, and early October, with April and late October as the quieter shoulder either side.
Winter is cool and wet at low elevation and snowy in the mountains, with reduced hut and refuge service.
July and August combine peak heat with peak domestic holidays. Shoulder months are both cooler and quieter.
Planning a trip from Maó
Distances here are straight-line and the drive estimate adds a road factor on top, but mountain passes and seasonal closures can change it a lot — a route that looks like three hours in June can be shut entirely in February. Confirm road status with the park before you commit to a date.
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Common questions
What is the closest national park to Maó?
Cabrera Archipelago National Park. It is about 140 km (86.7 mi) from Maó, roughly 2 hr 30 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Maó?
Yes — Cabrera Archipelago National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Maó?
10 parks are within reach of Maó, and 1 of them is close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Maó?
For Cabrera Archipelago National Park, the closest one, generally May, June, September, and early October. Either side of that, April and late October stays quieter.