National parks near El Barrido, Hidalgo
El Barrido sits inside the Ixmiquilpan area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Ixmiquilpan for the full write-up.
Los Mármoles National Park is the closest national park to El Barrido, Hidalgo — 44.9 km (27.9 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr behind the wheel.
Los Mármoles, Tula, El Chico, El Tepeyac, Los Remedios, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl, Desierto del Carmen, El Histórico Coyoacán, El Cimatario, and Cerro de la Estrella make a full day trip — leave early.
El Barrido has a population of about 1,145.
National parks near El Barrido
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Mármoles National Park | 44.9 km (27.9 mi) | 1 hr | Doable as a day trip |
| Tula National Park | 45.7 km (28.4 mi) | 1 hr 1 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Chico National Park | 55 km (34.2 mi) | 1 hr 11 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 106 km (65.7 mi) | 2 hr | Doable as a day trip |
| Los Remedios National Park | 109 km (67.5 mi) | 2 hr 3 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 110 km (68.6 mi) | 2 hr 4 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Desierto del Carmen National Park | 114 km (71 mi) | 2 hr 8 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Histórico Coyoacán National Park | 122 km (75.7 mi) | 2 hr 15 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Cimatario National Park | 122 km (75.9 mi) | 2 hr 15 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 123 km (76.7 mi) | 2 hr 16 min | Doable as a day trip |
When to make this trip
Los Mármoles 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 El Barrido 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 Tepeyac → Los Remedios | 15.7 km (9.8 mi) | 26 min |
| Tula → El Chico | 65.6 km (40.8 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
| Tula → Los Remedios | 66.1 km (41.1 mi) | 1 hr 23 min |
| Tula → El Tepeyac | 67 km (41.6 mi) | 1 hr 24 min |
Planning a trip from El Barrido
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 El Barrido?
Los Mármoles National Park. It is about 44.9 km (27.9 mi) from El Barrido, roughly 1 hr of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from El Barrido?
Yes — Los Mármoles National Park, Tula National Park, El Chico National Park, El Tepeyac National Park, Los Remedios National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, Desierto del Carmen National Park, El Histórico Coyoacán National Park, El Cimatario National Park, and Cerro de la Estrella National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near El Barrido?
10 parks are within reach of El Barrido, 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near El Barrido?
For Los Mármoles National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.