National parks in Nayarit
Nayarit has 2 national parks: Isla Isabel and Islas Marietas.
National parks in Nayarit
- Isla Isabel National Park
A tiny volcanic island off Nayarit in the Pacific. Frigatebirds, boobies, and a remote research and diving outpost.
- Islas Marietas National Park
Small Pacific islands off Punta de Mita, Nayarit. Hidden beach, snorkeling, and strict visitor limits to protect seabirds.
Other parks within reach of Nayarit
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isla Isabel National Park | 99.4 km (61.7 mi) | 1 hr 55 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Islas Marietas National Park | 104 km (64.6 mi) | 1 hr 59 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Volcán Nevado de Colima National Park | 262 km (163 mi) | 4 hr 18 min | Best as a weekend |
| Sierra de Órganos National Park | 288 km (179 mi) | 4 hr 41 min | Best as a weekend |
| Lago de Camécuaro National Park | 340 km (211 mi) | 5 hr 27 min | Best as a weekend |
| Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park | 379 km (235 mi) | 6 hr 1 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Rayón National Park | 414 km (257 mi) | 6 hr 32 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Insurgente José María Morelos National Park | 419 km (260 mi) | 6 hr 36 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Gogorrón National Park | 432 km (268 mi) | 6 hr 48 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| El Potosí National Park | 455 km (283 mi) | 7 hr 9 min | Worth a longer road trip |
Biggest towns and cities in Nayarit
- Tepic
- Ixtlán del Río
- San José del Valle
- Tuxpan
- Mezcales
- Acaponeta
- Santiago Ixcuintla
- Compostela
- Bucerías
- Tecuala
- Las Varas
- San Vicente
- Ruiz
- San Juan de Abajo
- San Blas
- Villa Hidalgo
- La Peñita de Jaltemba
- Valle de Banderas
- Zacualpan
- Santa María del Oro
- Amatlán de Cañas
- Jesús María
- Mesa del Nayar
- Santa Teresa
- San José de Mojarras
- Palmar de Cuautla
- Santa Cruz
- Huajimic
- La Yesca
All municipalities in Nayarit
Common questions
How many national parks are in Nayarit?
2: Isla Isabel National Park and Islas Marietas National Park.
What is the closest national park to Nayarit?
Isla Isabel National Park, roughly 99.4 km (61.7 mi) out and about 1 hr 55 min of driving from the centre of Nayarit.