National parks near Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar), Morelos
Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar) 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 Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar), Morelos — 16.7 km (10.4 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 28 min behind the wheel.
El Tepozteco and Lagunas de Zempoala are close enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon. Cumbres del Ajusco, Grutas de Cacahuamilpa, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan, Sacromonte, Lomas de Padierna, Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, Desierto de los Leones, and Cerro de la Estrella make a full day trip — leave early.
Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar) has a population of about 2,092.
El Tepozteco
Lagunas de Zempoala
Cumbres del Ajusco
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa
Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan
Sacromonte
National parks near Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar)
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Tepozteco National Park | 16.7 km (10.4 mi) | 28 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 27.4 km (17 mi) | 41 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 40.6 km (25.3 mi) | 55 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park | 42.6 km (26.4 mi) | 57 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park | 47.2 km (29.3 mi) | 1 hr 2 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Sacromonte National Park | 50.1 km (31.2 mi) | 1 hr 6 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Lomas de Padierna National Park | 50.3 km (31.3 mi) | 1 hr 6 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park | 51 km (31.7 mi) | 1 hr 7 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Desierto de los Leones National Park | 52.5 km (32.6 mi) | 1 hr 8 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 54.2 km (33.7 mi) | 1 hr 10 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 Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar) 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 Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar)
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 Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar)?
El Tepozteco National Park. It is about 16.7 km (10.4 mi) from Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar), roughly 28 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar)?
Yes — El Tepozteco National Park, Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park, Sacromonte National Park, Lomas de Padierna National Park, Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park, Desierto de los Leones National Park, and Cerro de la Estrella National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar)?
10 parks are within reach of Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar), 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Cliserio Alanís (San Gaspar)?
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.