National parks near Chimalapa, Hidalgo
Chimalapa sits inside the Tulancingo area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Tulancingo for the full write-up.
El Chico National Park is the closest national park to Chimalapa, Hidalgo — 59.6 km (37.1 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 16 min behind the wheel.
El Chico, Xicoténcatl, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl, La Malinche, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl, Tula, El Tepeyac, Cofre de Perote, Sacromonte, and Cerro de la Estrella make a full day trip — leave early.
Chimalapa has a population of about 2,008.
National parks near Chimalapa
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Chico National Park | 59.6 km (37.1 mi) | 1 hr 16 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Xicoténcatl National Park | 98 km (60.9 mi) | 1 hr 53 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 103 km (64.2 mi) | 1 hr 58 min | Doable as a day trip |
| La Malinche National Park | 106 km (66.1 mi) | 2 hr 1 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 118 km (73.5 mi) | 2 hr 11 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Tula National Park | 124 km (77.1 mi) | 2 hr 16 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 125 km (77.6 mi) | 2 hr 17 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cofre de Perote National Park | 131 km (81.4 mi) | 2 hr 23 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Sacromonte National Park | 134 km (83.5 mi) | 2 hr 26 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 135 km (84.1 mi) | 2 hr 26 min | Doable as a day trip |
When to make this trip
El Chico 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 Chimalapa 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Xicoténcatl → La Malinche | 22.2 km (13.8 mi) | 36 min |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl → Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl | 36 km (22.4 mi) | 50 min |
| Xicoténcatl → Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl | 45.2 km (28.1 mi) | 1 hr |
| La Malinche → Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl | 65.1 km (40.4 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
Planning a trip from Chimalapa
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 Chimalapa?
El Chico National Park. It is about 59.6 km (37.1 mi) from Chimalapa, roughly 1 hr 16 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Chimalapa?
Yes — El Chico National Park, Xicoténcatl National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, La Malinche National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, Tula National Park, El Tepeyac National Park, Cofre de Perote National Park, Sacromonte National Park, and Cerro de la Estrella National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Chimalapa?
10 parks are within reach of Chimalapa, 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Chimalapa?
For El Chico National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.