National parks near San Agustín Zapotlán, Hidalgo
San Agustín Zapotlán sits inside the Fray Bernardino de Sahagún area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Fray Bernardino de Sahagún for the full write-up.
El Chico National Park is the closest national park to San Agustín Zapotlán, Hidalgo — 36.9 km (22.9 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 51 min behind the wheel.
El Chico, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl, El Tepeyac, Tula, Cerro de la Estrella, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl, Los Remedios, El Histórico Coyoacán, Xicoténcatl, and Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan make a full day trip — leave early.
San Agustín Zapotlán has a population of about 1,204.
National parks near San Agustín Zapotlán
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Chico National Park | 36.9 km (22.9 mi) | 51 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 42.3 km (26.3 mi) | 57 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 58.4 km (36.3 mi) | 1 hr 14 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Tula National Park | 68.8 km (42.7 mi) | 1 hr 26 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 71.1 km (44.2 mi) | 1 hr 28 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 71.3 km (44.3 mi) | 1 hr 28 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Los Remedios National Park | 72 km (44.7 mi) | 1 hr 29 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Histórico Coyoacán National Park | 75.3 km (46.8 mi) | 1 hr 33 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Xicoténcatl National Park | 80.2 km (49.8 mi) | 1 hr 38 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park | 81.9 km (50.9 mi) | 1 hr 39 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 Agustín Zapotlán 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 → Cerro de la Estrella | 17.7 km (11 mi) | 30 min |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl → El Tepeyac | 28.1 km (17.5 mi) | 42 min |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl → Cerro de la Estrella | 32.5 km (20.2 mi) | 47 min |
| El Chico → Tula | 65.6 km (40.8 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
Planning a trip from San Agustín Zapotlán
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 Agustín Zapotlán?
El Chico National Park. It is about 36.9 km (22.9 mi) from San Agustín Zapotlán, roughly 51 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from San Agustín Zapotlán?
Yes — El Chico National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, El Tepeyac National Park, Tula National Park, Cerro de la Estrella National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, Los Remedios National Park, El Histórico Coyoacán National Park, Xicoténcatl National Park, and Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near San Agustín Zapotlán?
10 parks are within reach of San Agustín Zapotlán, 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near San Agustín Zapotlán?
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.