National parks near Calera Chica, Morelos
Calera Chica sits inside the Cuernavaca area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Cuernavaca for the full write-up.
El Tepozteco National Park is the closest national park to Calera Chica, Morelos — 18 km (11.2 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 30 min behind the wheel.
El Tepozteco and Lagunas de Zempoala are close enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon. Grutas de Cacahuamilpa, Cumbres del Ajusco, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan, Lomas de Padierna, Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, Desierto de los Leones, Sacromonte, and Cerro de la Estrella make a full day trip — leave early.
Calera Chica has a population of about 5,392.
El Tepozteco
Lagunas de Zempoala
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa
Cumbres del Ajusco
Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan
Lomas de Padierna
National parks near Calera Chica
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Tepozteco National Park | 18 km (11.2 mi) | 30 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 26.3 km (16.4 mi) | 40 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park | 40.4 km (25.1 mi) | 55 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 40.4 km (25.1 mi) | 55 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park | 47.4 km (29.5 mi) | 1 hr 3 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Lomas de Padierna National Park | 50.4 km (31.3 mi) | 1 hr 6 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park | 50.4 km (31.3 mi) | 1 hr 6 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Desierto de los Leones National Park | 52.2 km (32.4 mi) | 1 hr 8 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Sacromonte National Park | 52.2 km (32.4 mi) | 1 hr 8 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 54.9 km (34.1 mi) | 1 hr 11 min | Doable as a day trip |
When to make this trip
El Tepozteco 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 Calera Chica 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 |
| Lagunas de Zempoala → Cumbres del Ajusco | 18.9 km (11.8 mi) | 32 min |
| El Tepozteco → Lagunas de Zempoala | 23.8 km (14.8 mi) | 37 min |
| El Tepozteco → Cumbres del Ajusco | 28.9 km (17.9 mi) | 43 min |
Planning a trip from Calera Chica
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 Calera Chica?
El Tepozteco National Park. It is about 18 km (11.2 mi) from Calera Chica, roughly 30 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Calera Chica?
Yes — El Tepozteco National Park, Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park, Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park, Lomas de Padierna National Park, Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park, Desierto de los Leones National Park, Sacromonte National Park, and Cerro de la Estrella National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Calera Chica?
10 parks are within reach of Calera Chica, 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Calera Chica?
For El Tepozteco National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.