National parks near Tres Marías, Morelos
Tres Marías sits inside the Cuernavaca area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Cuernavaca for the full write-up.
Lagunas de Zempoala National Park is the closest national park to Tres Marías, Morelos — 8 km (5 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 13 min behind the wheel.
Lagunas de Zempoala, El Tepozteco, Cumbres del Ajusco, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan, Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, Lomas de Padierna, and Desierto de los Leones are close enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon. El Histórico Coyoacán, Cerro de la Estrella, and Los Remedios make a full day trip — leave early.
Tres Marías has a population of about 6,160.
Lagunas de Zempoala
El Tepozteco
Cumbres del Ajusco
Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan
Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla
Lomas de Padierna
National parks near Tres Marías
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 8 km (5 mi) | 13 min | Right on your doorstep |
| El Tepozteco National Park | 16.2 km (10 mi) | 27 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 18 km (11.2 mi) | 30 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park | 26.5 km (16.5 mi) | 40 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park | 27.8 km (17.3 mi) | 42 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Lomas de Padierna National Park | 28.6 km (17.8 mi) | 43 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Desierto de los Leones National Park | 29.5 km (18.3 mi) | 43 min | Right on your doorstep |
| El Histórico Coyoacán National Park | 34.3 km (21.3 mi) | 49 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 36 km (22.4 mi) | 51 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Los Remedios National Park | 46.8 km (29.1 mi) | 1 hr 2 min | Doable as a day trip |
When to make this trip
Lagunas de Zempoala 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 Tres Marías 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cumbres del Ajusco → Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan | 11.1 km (6.9 mi) | 18 min |
| Cumbres del Ajusco → Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla | 12.4 km (7.7 mi) | 21 min |
| Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan → Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla | 17.7 km (11 mi) | 30 min |
| Lagunas de Zempoala → Cumbres del Ajusco | 18.9 km (11.8 mi) | 32 min |
Planning a trip from Tres Marías
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 Tres Marías?
Lagunas de Zempoala National Park. It is about 8 km (5 mi) from Tres Marías, roughly 13 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Tres Marías?
Yes — Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, El Tepozteco National Park, Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park, Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park, Lomas de Padierna National Park, Desierto de los Leones National Park, El Histórico Coyoacán National Park, Cerro de la Estrella National Park, and Los Remedios National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Tres Marías?
10 parks are within reach of Tres Marías, 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Tres Marías?
For Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.