National parks near Las Lomas, Puebla
Las Lomas sits inside the Teziutlan area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Teziutlan for the full write-up.
Cofre de Perote National Park is the closest national park to Las Lomas, Puebla — 60.9 km (37.8 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 17 min behind the wheel.
Cofre de Perote, La Malinche, Xicoténcatl, Pico de Orizaba, Cañón del Río Blanco, El Chico, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl, Sacromonte, and El Tepeyac make a full day trip — leave early.
Las Lomas has a population of about 3,268.
National parks near Las Lomas
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cofre de Perote National Park | 60.9 km (37.8 mi) | 1 hr 17 min | Doable as a day trip |
| La Malinche National Park | 79.3 km (49.3 mi) | 1 hr 37 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Xicoténcatl National Park | 87.1 km (54.1 mi) | 1 hr 44 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Pico de Orizaba National Park | 95.3 km (59.2 mi) | 1 hr 51 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cañón del Río Blanco National Park | 121 km (75.1 mi) | 2 hr 14 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Chico National Park | 124 km (77.3 mi) | 2 hr 17 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 128 km (79.6 mi) | 2 hr 20 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 133 km (82.6 mi) | 2 hr 24 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Sacromonte National Park | 144 km (89.7 mi) | 2 hr 34 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 160 km (99.7 mi) | 2 hr 49 min | Doable as a day trip |
When to make this trip
Cofre de Perote 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 Las Lomas 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 |
|---|---|---|
| La Malinche → Xicoténcatl | 22.2 km (13.8 mi) | 36 min |
| Pico de Orizaba → Cañón del Río Blanco | 25.6 km (15.9 mi) | 39 min |
| Cofre de Perote → Pico de Orizaba | 52.9 km (32.9 mi) | 1 hr 9 min |
| Cofre de Perote → Cañón del Río Blanco | 74.8 km (46.4 mi) | 1 hr 32 min |
Planning a trip from Las Lomas
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 Las Lomas?
Cofre de Perote National Park. It is about 60.9 km (37.8 mi) from Las Lomas, roughly 1 hr 17 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Las Lomas?
Yes — Cofre de Perote National Park, La Malinche National Park, Xicoténcatl National Park, Pico de Orizaba National Park, Cañón del Río Blanco National Park, El Chico National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, Sacromonte National Park, and El Tepeyac National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Las Lomas?
10 parks are within reach of Las Lomas, 10 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Las Lomas?
For Cofre de Perote National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.