National parks near Cerritos, Hidalgo
Cerritos sits inside the Actopan area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Actopan for the full write-up.
El Chico National Park is the closest national park to Cerritos, Hidalgo — 33.5 km (20.8 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 48 min behind the wheel.
El Chico, Tula, Los Mármoles, El Tepeyac, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl, Los Remedios, Desierto del Carmen, El Histórico Coyoacán, Cerro de la Estrella, and Lomas de Padierna make a full day trip — leave early.
Cerritos has a population of about 1,306.
National parks near Cerritos
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Chico National Park | 33.5 km (20.8 mi) | 48 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Tula National Park | 47 km (29.2 mi) | 1 hr 2 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Los Mármoles National Park | 60.5 km (37.6 mi) | 1 hr 17 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 95 km (59 mi) | 1 hr 51 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 95 km (59.1 mi) | 1 hr 51 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Los Remedios National Park | 101 km (62.7 mi) | 1 hr 56 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Desierto del Carmen National Park | 112 km (69.7 mi) | 2 hr 6 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Histórico Coyoacán National Park | 112 km (69.8 mi) | 2 hr 6 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 112 km (69.9 mi) | 2 hr 6 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Lomas de Padierna National Park | 118 km (73.3 mi) | 2 hr 11 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 Cerritos 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 → Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl | 28.1 km (17.5 mi) | 42 min |
| El Chico → Tula | 65.6 km (40.8 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
| Tula → El Tepeyac | 67 km (41.6 mi) | 1 hr 24 min |
| El Chico → Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl | 77.9 km (48.4 mi) | 1 hr 35 min |
Planning a trip from Cerritos
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 Cerritos?
El Chico National Park. It is about 33.5 km (20.8 mi) from Cerritos, roughly 48 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Cerritos?
Yes — El Chico National Park, Tula National Park, Los Mármoles National Park, El Tepeyac National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, Los Remedios National Park, Desierto del Carmen National Park, El Histórico Coyoacán National Park, Cerro de la Estrella National Park, and Lomas de Padierna National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Cerritos?
10 parks are within reach of Cerritos, 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Cerritos?
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.