National parks near Las Plazuelas, Guerrero
Las Plazuelas sits inside the Acapulco de Juárez area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Acapulco de Juárez for the full write-up.
El Veladero National Park is the closest national park to Las Plazuelas, Guerrero — 12.5 km (7.8 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 21 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, Lagunas de Chacahua, El Tepozteco, Lagunas de Zempoala, Nevado de Toluca, Cumbres del Ajusco, Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, and Sacromonte are better with a night booked nearby.
Las Plazuelas has a population of about 1,010.
El Veladero
General Juan N. Álvarez
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa
Lagunas de Chacahua
El Tepozteco
Lagunas de Zempoala
National parks near Las Plazuelas
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Veladero National Park | 12.5 km (7.8 mi) | 21 min | Right on your doorstep |
| General Juan N. Álvarez National Park | 110 km (68.3 mi) | 2 hr 4 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park | 202 km (125 mi) | 3 hr 25 min | Best as a weekend |
| Lagunas de Chacahua National Park | 246 km (153 mi) | 4 hr 4 min | Best as a weekend |
| El Tepozteco National Park | 247 km (154 mi) | 4 hr 5 min | Best as a weekend |
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 248 km (154 mi) | 4 hr 5 min | Best as a weekend |
| Nevado de Toluca National Park | 248 km (154 mi) | 4 hr 6 min | Best as a weekend |
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 266 km (165 mi) | 4 hr 22 min | Best as a weekend |
| Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park | 272 km (169 mi) | 4 hr 27 min | Best as a weekend |
| Sacromonte National Park | 272 km (169 mi) | 4 hr 27 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 Las Plazuelas 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| General Juan N. Álvarez → Grutas de Cacahuamilpa | 127 km (79.1 mi) | 2 hr 19 min |
| General Juan N. Álvarez → El Tepozteco | 156 km (96.8 mi) | 2 hr 44 min |
Planning a trip from Las Plazuelas
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.
Other towns in Acapulco de Juárez
- Acapulco de Juárez
- 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
- Dos Arroyos
- 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)
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Las Plazuelas?
El Veladero National Park. It is about 12.5 km (7.8 mi) from Las Plazuelas, roughly 21 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Las Plazuelas?
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 Las Plazuelas?
10 parks are within reach of Las Plazuelas, 2 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Las Plazuelas?
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.