National parks near San Gregorio, Hidalgo
El Chico National Park is the closest national park to San Gregorio, Hidalgo — 81 km (50.3 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 38 min behind the wheel.
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El Chico National Park, Xicoténcatl National Park, Los Mármoles National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, La Malinche National Park, Cofre de Perote National Park, Tula National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, El Tepeyac National Park, and Cerro de la Estrella National Park make a full day trip — leave early.
San Gregorio has a population of about 1,351.
El Chico National Park
Xicoténcatl National Park
Los Mármoles National Park
Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park
La Malinche National Park
Cofre de Perote National Park
Best time to visit El Chico National Park. Getting to El Chico National Park.
National parks near San Gregorio
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Chico National Park | 81 km (50.3 mi) | 1 hr 38 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Xicoténcatl National Park | 134 km (83.3 mi) | 2 hr 25 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Los Mármoles National Park | 134 km (83.3 mi) | 2 hr 25 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 139 km (86.3 mi) | 2 hr 30 min | Doable as a day trip |
| La Malinche National Park | 140 km (87 mi) | 2 hr 31 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cofre de Perote National Park | 144 km (89.4 mi) | 2 hr 34 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Tula National Park | 146 km (90.8 mi) | 2 hr 36 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 156 km (96.7 mi) | 2 hr 44 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 159 km (98.5 mi) | 2 hr 47 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 170 km (106 mi) | 2 hr 57 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 San Gregorio 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 |
| Xicoténcatl → Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl | 66.8 km (41.5 mi) | 1 hr 23 min |
| El Chico → Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl | 77.9 km (48.4 mi) | 1 hr 35 min |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl → La Malinche | 88.9 km (55.3 mi) | 1 hr 46 min |
Planning a trip from San Gregorio
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 San Gregorio?
El Chico National Park. It is about 81 km (50.3 mi) from San Gregorio, roughly 1 hr 38 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from San Gregorio?
Yes — El Chico National Park, Xicoténcatl National Park, Los Mármoles National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, La Malinche National Park, Cofre de Perote National Park, Tula National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, El Tepeyac National Park, and Cerro de la Estrella National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near San Gregorio?
10 parks are within reach of San Gregorio, and 10 of them are close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near San Gregorio?
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.