National parks near Las Palmas, Baja California Sur
Las Palmas sits inside the Cabo San Lucas area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Cabo San Lucas for the full write-up.
Cabo Pulmo National Park is the closest national park to Las Palmas, Baja California Sur — 76.5 km (47.5 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 34 min behind the wheel.
Cabo Pulmo makes a full day trip — leave early. Bahía de Loreto is better with a night booked nearby.
Las Palmas has a population of about 11,562.
National parks near Las Palmas
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo Pulmo National Park | 76.5 km (47.5 mi) | 1 hr 34 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Bahía de Loreto National Park | 347 km (215 mi) | 5 hr 33 min | Best as a weekend |
| Isla Isabel National Park | 434 km (270 mi) | 6 hr 50 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Islas Marietas National Park | 514 km (319 mi) | 8 hr 1 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Basaseachic Falls National Park | 602 km (374 mi) | 9 hr 18 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Sierra de Órganos National Park | 638 km (396 mi) | 9 hr 50 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| San Lorenzo Marine Archipelago National Park | 717 km (446 mi) | 11 hr | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cumbres de Majalca National Park | 738 km (459 mi) | 11 hr 19 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park | 758 km (471 mi) | 11 hr 36 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Lago de Camécuaro National Park | 868 km (540 mi) | 13 hr 13 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 Las Palmas 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 Las Palmas
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 Las Palmas?
Cabo Pulmo National Park. It is about 76.5 km (47.5 mi) from Las Palmas, roughly 1 hr 34 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Las Palmas?
Yes — Cabo Pulmo National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Las Palmas?
10 parks are within reach of Las Palmas, 1 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Las Palmas?
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.