National parks near Todos Santos, Baja California Sur
Cabo Pulmo National Park is the closest national park to Todos Santos, Baja California Sur — 81.5 km (50.6 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 39 min behind the wheel.
Cabo Pulmo makes a full day trip — leave early. Bahía de Loreto is better with a night booked nearby.
Todos Santos has a population of about 5,148.
National parks near Todos Santos
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo Pulmo National Park | 81.5 km (50.6 mi) | 1 hr 39 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Bahía de Loreto National Park | 284 km (176 mi) | 4 hr 37 min | Best as a weekend |
| Isla Isabel National Park | 479 km (298 mi) | 7 hr 30 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Basaseachic Falls National Park | 557 km (346 mi) | 8 hr 39 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Islas Marietas National Park | 567 km (352 mi) | 8 hr 47 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| San Lorenzo Marine Archipelago National Park | 654 km (406 mi) | 10 hr 4 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Sierra de Órganos National Park | 659 km (410 mi) | 10 hr 9 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cumbres de Majalca National Park | 703 km (437 mi) | 10 hr 47 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park | 811 km (504 mi) | 12 hr 23 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Lago de Camécuaro National Park | 917 km (570 mi) | 13 hr 56 min | Worth a longer road trip |
When to make this trip
Cabo Pulmo National Park is generally best December through April, the drier and less humid stretch, with May and November as the quieter shoulder either side.
June to November is the wet and hurricane season — heavy rain, high humidity, and occasional storm closures.
Heat and humidity are constant. Plan activity for early morning and carry more water than feels necessary.
Seeing more than one
Several parks near Todos Santos are close enough to each other to combine on one trip, so the drive from home only has to happen once.
| Pair | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Isla Isabel → Islas Marietas | 131 km (81.6 mi) | 2 hr 23 min |
| Cabo Pulmo → Bahía de Loreto | 320 km (199 mi) | 5 hr 9 min |
Planning a trip from Todos Santos
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 Todos Santos?
Cabo Pulmo National Park. It is about 81.5 km (50.6 mi) from Todos Santos, roughly 1 hr 39 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Todos Santos?
Yes — Cabo Pulmo National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Todos Santos?
10 parks are within reach of Todos Santos, 1 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Todos Santos?
For Cabo Pulmo National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.