National parks near Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan), Morelos
Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan) sits inside the Cuautla area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Cuautla for the full write-up.
El Tepozteco National Park is the closest national park to Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan), Morelos — 16.5 km (10.3 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 28 min behind the wheel.
El Tepozteco and Sacromonte are close enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon. Lagunas de Zempoala, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl, Cumbres del Ajusco, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan, Cerro de la Estrella, Lomas de Padierna, El Histórico Coyoacán, and Desierto de los Leones make a full day trip — leave early.
Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan) has a population of about 1,320.
El Tepozteco
Sacromonte
Lagunas de Zempoala
Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl
Cumbres del Ajusco
Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan
National parks near Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan)
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Tepozteco National Park | 16.5 km (10.3 mi) | 28 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Sacromonte National Park | 24.8 km (15.4 mi) | 38 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 40.3 km (25 mi) | 55 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 41.6 km (25.8 mi) | 56 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 42.1 km (26.2 mi) | 57 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park | 42.4 km (26.3 mi) | 57 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cerro de la Estrella National Park | 43.8 km (27.2 mi) | 59 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Lomas de Padierna National Park | 47.1 km (29.3 mi) | 1 hr 2 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Histórico Coyoacán National Park | 48.4 km (30.1 mi) | 1 hr 4 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Desierto de los Leones National Park | 53.3 km (33.1 mi) | 1 hr 9 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 Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan) 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sacromonte → Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl | 16.8 km (10.5 mi) | 28 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 Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan)
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 Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan)?
El Tepozteco National Park. It is about 16.5 km (10.3 mi) from Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan), roughly 28 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan)?
Yes — El Tepozteco National Park, Sacromonte National Park, Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park, Cerro de la Estrella National Park, Lomas de Padierna National Park, El Histórico Coyoacán National Park, and Desierto de los Leones National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan)?
10 parks are within reach of Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan), 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Cuauhtempan (San Andrés Cuauhtempan)?
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.