National parks near Las Lomas, Veracruz
Las Lomas sits inside the Filomeno Mata area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Filomeno Mata for the full write-up.
Cofre de Perote National Park is the closest national park to Las Lomas, Veracruz — 98.4 km (61.1 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 54 min behind the wheel.
Cofre de Perote, El Chico, La Malinche, Xicoténcatl, Pico de Orizaba, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl, and Cañón del Río Blanco make a full day trip — leave early. Sacromonte and El Tepeyac are better with a night booked nearby.
Las Lomas has a population of about 1,811.
National parks near Las Lomas
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cofre de Perote National Park | 98.4 km (61.1 mi) | 1 hr 54 min | Doable as a day trip |
| El Chico National Park | 116 km (72.4 mi) | 2 hr 10 min | Doable as a day trip |
| La Malinche National Park | 122 km (75.9 mi) | 2 hr 15 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Xicoténcatl National Park | 124 km (77.2 mi) | 2 hr 17 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Pico de Orizaba National Park | 142 km (87.9 mi) | 2 hr 32 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 152 km (94.7 mi) | 2 hr 42 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park | 158 km (98.2 mi) | 2 hr 46 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cañón del Río Blanco National Park | 167 km (104 mi) | 2 hr 54 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Sacromonte National Park | 175 km (109 mi) | 3 hr 1 min | Best as a weekend |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 177 km (110 mi) | 3 hr 3 min | Best as a weekend |
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 |
| Cofre de Perote → Pico de Orizaba | 52.9 km (32.9 mi) | 1 hr 9 min |
| La Malinche → Pico de Orizaba | 84.5 km (52.5 mi) | 1 hr 42 min |
| Cofre de Perote → La Malinche | 97.9 km (60.8 mi) | 1 hr 53 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 98.4 km (61.1 mi) from Las Lomas, roughly 1 hr 54 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Las Lomas?
Yes — Cofre de Perote National Park, El Chico National Park, La Malinche National Park, Xicoténcatl National Park, Pico de Orizaba National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, Iztaccíhuatl–Popocatépetl National Park, and Cañón del Río Blanco 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, 8 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.