National parks near Colonia Rincón Viejo, Oaxaca
Huatulco National Park is the closest national park to Colonia Rincón Viejo, Oaxaca — 179 km (111 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 3 hr 5 min behind the wheel.
Nine bays and dry tropical forest on the Oaxaca coast. Snorkel coves, low hills, and resort development along the shore.
Huatulco National Park, Benito Juárez National Park, Cañón del Sumidero National Park, Sistema Arrecifal Veracruzano National Park, Lagunas de Chacahua National Park, Cañón del Río Blanco National Park, Palenque National Park, Pico de Orizaba National Park, Cofre de Perote National Park, and Lagunas de Montebello National Park are better with a night booked nearby.
Colonia Rincón Viejo has a population of about 8,540.
Huatulco National Park
Benito Juárez National Park
Cañón del Sumidero National Park
Sistema Arrecifal Veracruzano National Park
Lagunas de Chacahua National Park
Cañón del Río Blanco National Park
Best time to visit Huatulco National Park. Getting to Huatulco National Park.
National parks near Colonia Rincón Viejo
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huatulco National Park | 179 km (111 mi) | 3 hr 5 min | Best as a weekend |
| Benito Juárez National Park | 183 km (113 mi) | 3 hr 8 min | Best as a weekend |
| Cañón del Sumidero National Park | 208 km (129 mi) | 3 hr 31 min | Best as a weekend |
| Sistema Arrecifal Veracruzano National Park | 267 km (166 mi) | 4 hr 22 min | Best as a weekend |
| Lagunas de Chacahua National Park | 300 km (186 mi) | 4 hr 51 min | Best as a weekend |
| Cañón del Río Blanco National Park | 311 km (193 mi) | 5 hr 1 min | Best as a weekend |
| Palenque National Park | 326 km (202 mi) | 5 hr 14 min | Best as a weekend |
| Pico de Orizaba National Park | 335 km (208 mi) | 5 hr 22 min | Best as a weekend |
| Cofre de Perote National Park | 365 km (227 mi) | 5 hr 49 min | Best as a weekend |
| Lagunas de Montebello National Park | 367 km (228 mi) | 5 hr 51 min | Best as a weekend |
When to make this trip
Huatulco 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 Colonia Rincón Viejo 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Huatulco → Lagunas de Chacahua | 162 km (101 mi) | 2 hr 50 min |
| Benito Juárez → Lagunas de Chacahua | 167 km (104 mi) | 2 hr 55 min |
| Huatulco → Benito Juárez | 172 km (107 mi) | 2 hr 59 min |
| Benito Juárez → Sistema Arrecifal Veracruzano | 245 km (152 mi) | 4 hr 3 min |
Planning a trip from Colonia Rincón Viejo
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 Colonia Rincón Viejo?
Huatulco National Park. It is about 179 km (111 mi) from Colonia Rincón Viejo, roughly 3 hr 5 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Colonia Rincón Viejo?
Not comfortably. The nearest parks are far enough that you will want at least one night away.
How many national parks are near Colonia Rincón Viejo?
10 parks are within reach of Colonia Rincón Viejo, and none of them are close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Colonia Rincón Viejo?
For Huatulco National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.