National parks near San Andrés, Jalisco
San Andrés sits inside the Magdalena area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Magdalena for the full write-up.
Islas Marietas National Park is the closest national park to San Andrés, Jalisco — 157 km (97.9 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 2 hr 46 min behind the wheel.
Islas Marietas and Volcán Nevado de Colima make a full day trip — leave early. Isla Isabel, Lago de Camécuaro, Barranca del Cupatitzio, Rayón, Insurgente José María Morelos, Sierra de Órganos, Gogorrón, and Cerro de Garnica are better with a night booked nearby.
San Andrés has a population of about 1,564.
National parks near San Andrés
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islas Marietas National Park | 157 km (97.9 mi) | 2 hr 46 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park | 165 km (102 mi) | 2 hr 52 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Isla Isabel National Park | 212 km (132 mi) | 3 hr 34 min | Best as a weekend |
| Lago de Camécuaro National Park | 226 km (141 mi) | 3 hr 47 min | Best as a weekend |
| Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park | 266 km (165 mi) | 4 hr 22 min | Best as a weekend |
| Rayón National Park | 301 km (187 mi) | 4 hr 53 min | Best as a weekend |
| Insurgente José María Morelos National Park | 305 km (190 mi) | 4 hr 56 min | Best as a weekend |
| Sierra de Órganos National Park | 320 km (199 mi) | 5 hr 9 min | Best as a weekend |
| Gogorrón National Park | 348 km (216 mi) | 5 hr 34 min | Best as a weekend |
| Cerro de Garnica National Park | 371 km (231 mi) | 5 hr 55 min | Best as a weekend |
When to make this trip
Islas Marietas 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 Andrés 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lago de Camécuaro → Barranca del Cupatitzio | 53.8 km (33.4 mi) | 1 hr 10 min |
| Islas Marietas → Isla Isabel | 131 km (81.6 mi) | 2 hr 23 min |
| Volcán Nevado de Colima → Lago de Camécuaro | 153 km (95.4 mi) | 2 hr 42 min |
| Volcán Nevado de Colima → Barranca del Cupatitzio | 159 km (99 mi) | 2 hr 48 min |
Planning a trip from San Andrés
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 Andrés?
Islas Marietas National Park. It is about 157 km (97.9 mi) from San Andrés, roughly 2 hr 46 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from San Andrés?
Yes — Islas Marietas National Park and Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near San Andrés?
10 parks are within reach of San Andrés, 2 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near San Andrés?
For Islas Marietas National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.