National parks near Dos Arroyos, Guerrero
Dos Arroyos sits inside the Tierra Colorada area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Tierra Colorada for the full write-up.
El Veladero National Park is the closest national park to Dos Arroyos, Guerrero — 28.9 km (18 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 43 min behind the wheel.
El Veladero is close enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon. General Juan N. Álvarez makes a full day trip — leave early. Grutas de Cacahuamilpa, El Tepozteco, Lagunas de Zempoala, Nevado de Toluca, Lagunas de Chacahua, Cumbres del Ajusco, Sacromonte, and Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla are better with a night booked nearby.
Dos Arroyos has a population of about 1,846.
El Veladero
General Juan N. Álvarez
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa
El Tepozteco
Lagunas de Zempoala
Nevado de Toluca
National parks near Dos Arroyos
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Veladero National Park | 28.9 km (18 mi) | 43 min | Right on your doorstep |
| General Juan N. Álvarez National Park | 88.2 km (54.8 mi) | 1 hr 45 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park | 184 km (114 mi) | 3 hr 9 min | Best as a weekend |
| El Tepozteco National Park | 228 km (141 mi) | 3 hr 48 min | Best as a weekend |
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 229 km (142 mi) | 3 hr 49 min | Best as a weekend |
| Nevado de Toluca National Park | 232 km (144 mi) | 3 hr 52 min | Best as a weekend |
| Lagunas de Chacahua National Park | 240 km (149 mi) | 3 hr 59 min | Best as a weekend |
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 248 km (154 mi) | 4 hr 5 min | Best as a weekend |
| Sacromonte National Park | 252 km (157 mi) | 4 hr 9 min | Best as a weekend |
| Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park | 254 km (158 mi) | 4 hr 11 min | Best as a weekend |
When to make this trip
El Veladero 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 Dos Arroyos 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 |
|---|---|---|
| El Tepozteco → Lagunas de Zempoala | 23.8 km (14.8 mi) | 37 min |
| Grutas de Cacahuamilpa → Lagunas de Zempoala | 47.4 km (29.4 mi) | 1 hr 3 min |
| Grutas de Cacahuamilpa → El Tepozteco | 56.6 km (35.2 mi) | 1 hr 13 min |
| El Veladero → General Juan N. Álvarez | 115 km (71.8 mi) | 2 hr 9 min |
Planning a trip from Dos Arroyos
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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- Xaltianguis
- Amatillo
- Lomas de Chapultepec
- Kilómetro 30
- Tres Palos
- San Pedro las Playas
- Tuncingo
- Lomas de San Juan
- Ejido Nuevo
- San Isidro Gallinero (El Gallinero)
- El Bejuco
- Texca
- Sabanillas
- Aguas Calientes
- Los Órganos de San Agustín
- Cerro de Piedra
- La Concepción
- El Salto
- Apalani
- La Estación
- San Pedro Cacahuatepec
- San Andrés Playa Encantada (El Podrido)
- Campanario
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Dos Arroyos?
El Veladero National Park. It is about 28.9 km (18 mi) from Dos Arroyos, roughly 43 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Dos Arroyos?
Yes — El Veladero National Park and General Juan N. Álvarez National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Dos Arroyos?
10 parks are within reach of Dos Arroyos, 2 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Dos Arroyos?
For El Veladero National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.