National parks near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero], Chihuahua
Las Yerbitas [Aserradero] sits inside the Guadalupe y Calvo area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Guadalupe y Calvo for the full write-up.
Basaseachic Falls National Park is the closest national park to Las Yerbitas [Aserradero], Chihuahua — 271 km (168 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 4 hr 26 min behind the wheel.
Basaseachic Falls and Cumbres de Majalca are better with a night booked nearby.
Nothing near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero] gates the entrance itself, but Guadalupe Mountains National Park puts a road, hike, or backcountry trip behind a permit or timed ticket.
Las Yerbitas [Aserradero] has a population of about 1,200.
National parks near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basaseachic Falls National Park | 271 km (168 mi) | 4 hr 26 min | Best as a weekend |
| Cumbres de Majalca National Park | 304 km (189 mi) | 4 hr 56 min | Best as a weekend |
| Sierra de Órganos National Park | 397 km (247 mi) | 6 hr 17 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cabo Pulmo National Park | 397 km (247 mi) | 6 hr 18 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Bahía de Loreto National Park | 435 km (270 mi) | 6 hr 51 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Isla Isabel National Park | 479 km (298 mi) | 7 hr 30 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Big Bend National Park | 495 km (308 mi) | 7 hr 44 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Islas Marietas National Park | 611 km (379 mi) | 9 hr 26 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cumbres de Monterrey National Park | 652 km (405 mi) | 10 hr 3 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Guadalupe Mountains National Park | 675 km (420 mi) | 10 hr 23 min | Worth a longer road trip |
What to book before you leave Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]
| Park | What needs booking | Covers | How |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe Mountains | Guadalupe Mountains National Park Wilderness Permits | One hike or backcountry trip | Permit or lottery |
Camping near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]
Within reach of Las Yerbitas [Aserradero], 9 campgrounds across 2 parks appear on Recreation.gov: 6 at Big Bend and 3 at Guadalupe Mountains.
Recreation.gov releases most national park campsites six months before the arrival date, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. Windows are set per campground, so confirm yours on the Seasons and Fees tab on that campground page.
Once a date is gone, cancellations are the real supply, and they get taken within minutes of appearing.
When to make this trip
Basaseachic Falls National Park is generally best March through May, then October through November, with February and early December as the quieter shoulder either side.
Summer highs regularly clear 100 °F / 38 °C. Winter is pleasant by day but nights drop below freezing at elevation.
Summer heat is the real hazard, not the crowds. Hike at dawn, skip exposed trails after mid-morning, and never rely on finding water.
Seeing more than one
Several parks near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero] 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Basaseachic Falls → Cumbres de Majalca | 188 km (117 mi) | 3 hr 13 min |
| Cabo Pulmo → Bahía de Loreto | 320 km (199 mi) | 5 hr 9 min |
Planning a trip from Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]
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 Yerbitas [Aserradero]?
Basaseachic Falls National Park. It is about 271 km (168 mi) from Las Yerbitas [Aserradero], roughly 4 hr 26 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]?
Not comfortably. The nearest parks are far enough that you will want at least one night away.
How many national parks are near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]?
10 parks are within reach of Las Yerbitas [Aserradero], 0 of them close enough for a day trip.
Do you need a reservation for the national parks near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]?
None of them gate the entrance itself. 1 put a specific road, hike, or backcountry trip behind a permit or timed ticket — Guadalupe Mountains National Park Wilderness Permits. These requirements are usually seasonal, so check the date you plan to arrive.
Where can you camp near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]?
Recreation.gov lists 9 campgrounds at the national parks within reach of Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]. They are spread across 2 of those parks.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Las Yerbitas [Aserradero]?
For Basaseachic Falls National Park, the closest one, generally March through May, then October through November. Either side of that, February and early December stays quieter.