National parks near Santa María la Calera, Hidalgo
Santa María la Calera sits inside the Pachuca de Soto area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Pachuca de Soto for the full write-up.
El Chico National Park is the closest national park to Santa María la Calera, Hidalgo — 19.6 km (12.2 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 33 min behind the wheel.
El Chico is close enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon. Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl, Tula, El Tepeyac, Los Remedios, Cerro de la Estrella, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl, El Histórico Coyoacán, Xicoténcatl, and Lomas de Padierna make a full day trip — leave early.
Santa María la Calera has a population of about 1,507.
National parks near Santa María la Calera
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Chico National Park | 19.6 km (12.2 mi) | 33 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 58.9 km (36.6 mi) | 1 hr 15 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Tula National Park | 65.3 km (40.5 mi) | 1 hr 22 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 71.5 km (44.4 mi) | 1 hr 28 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Los Remedios National Park | 83.5 km (51.9 mi) | 1 hr 41 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 85.8 km (53.3 mi) | 1 hr 43 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 88.6 km (55 mi) | 1 hr 45 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Histórico Coyoacán National Park | 89 km (55.3 mi) | 1 hr 46 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Xicoténcatl National Park | 94.5 km (58.7 mi) | 1 hr 50 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Lomas de Padierna National Park | 95.9 km (59.6 mi) | 1 hr 52 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 Santa María la Calera 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 |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl → El Tepeyac | 28.1 km (17.5 mi) | 42 min |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl → Los Remedios | 43.7 km (27.2 mi) | 59 min |
| El Chico → Tula | 65.6 km (40.8 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
Planning a trip from Santa María la Calera
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 Santa María la Calera?
El Chico National Park. It is about 19.6 km (12.2 mi) from Santa María la Calera, roughly 33 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Santa María la Calera?
Yes — El Chico National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, Tula National Park, El Tepeyac National Park, Los Remedios National Park, Cerro de la Estrella National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, El Histórico Coyoacán National Park, Xicoténcatl National Park, and Lomas de Padierna National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Santa María la Calera?
10 parks are within reach of Santa María la Calera, 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Santa María la Calera?
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.