National parks near La Competencia, Chiapas
La Competencia sits inside the Simojovel de Allende area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Simojovel de Allende for the full write-up.
Cañón del Sumidero National Park is the closest national park to La Competencia, Chiapas — 57.5 km (35.7 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 13 min behind the wheel.
Cañón del Sumidero, Palenque, and Lagunas de Montebello make a full day trip — leave early.
La Competencia has a population of about 1,147.
National parks near La Competencia
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cañón del Sumidero National Park | 57.5 km (35.7 mi) | 1 hr 13 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Palenque National Park | 80.3 km (49.9 mi) | 1 hr 38 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Lagunas de Montebello National Park | 168 km (104 mi) | 2 hr 55 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Sistema Arrecifal Veracruzano National Park | 386 km (240 mi) | 6 hr 8 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Huatulco National Park | 404 km (251 mi) | 6 hr 23 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Benito Juárez National Park | 423 km (263 mi) | 6 hr 40 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cañón del Río Blanco National Park | 499 km (310 mi) | 7 hr 47 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pico de Orizaba National Park | 517 km (321 mi) | 8 hr 3 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cofre de Perote National Park | 527 km (328 mi) | 8 hr 12 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Arrecifes de Xcalak National Park | 534 km (332 mi) | 8 hr 18 min | Worth a longer road trip |
When to make this trip
Cañón del Sumidero 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 La Competencia 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cañón del Sumidero → Palenque | 133 km (82.6 mi) | 2 hr 24 min |
| Palenque → Lagunas de Montebello | 156 km (97.2 mi) | 2 hr 45 min |
| Cañón del Sumidero → Lagunas de Montebello | 169 km (105 mi) | 2 hr 56 min |
| Cañón del Sumidero → Huatulco | 354 km (220 mi) | 5 hr 39 min |
Planning a trip from La Competencia
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 La Competencia?
Cañón del Sumidero National Park. It is about 57.5 km (35.7 mi) from La Competencia, roughly 1 hr 13 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from La Competencia?
Yes — Cañón del Sumidero National Park, Palenque National Park, and Lagunas de Montebello National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near La Competencia?
10 parks are within reach of La Competencia, 3 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near La Competencia?
For Cañón del Sumidero National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.