National parks near Chicxulub Puerto, Yucatán
Chicxulub Puerto sits inside the Progreso area and reaches the same parks. See national parks near Progreso for the full write-up.
Dzibilchaltún National Park is the closest national park to Chicxulub Puerto, Yucatán — 22.8 km (14.2 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 36 min behind the wheel.
Dzibilchaltún is close enough to visit on an ordinary afternoon. Arrecife Alacranes makes a full day trip — leave early. Tulum, Arrecife de Puerto Morelos, Arrecifes de Cozumel, Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres, and Isla Contoy are better with a night booked nearby.
Chicxulub Puerto has a population of about 6,010.
Dzibilchaltún
Arrecife Alacranes
Tulum
Arrecife de Puerto Morelos
Arrecifes de Cozumel
Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres
National parks near Chicxulub Puerto
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dzibilchaltún National Park | 22.8 km (14.2 mi) | 36 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Arrecife Alacranes National Park | 121 km (75.3 mi) | 2 hr 14 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Tulum National Park | 256 km (159 mi) | 4 hr 13 min | Best as a weekend |
| Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park | 287 km (178 mi) | 4 hr 40 min | Best as a weekend |
| Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park | 290 km (180 mi) | 4 hr 43 min | Best as a weekend |
| Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park | 290 km (180 mi) | 4 hr 43 min | Best as a weekend |
| Isla Contoy National Park | 291 km (181 mi) | 4 hr 44 min | Best as a weekend |
| Arrecifes de Xcalak National Park | 384 km (239 mi) | 6 hr 6 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Palenque National Park | 496 km (308 mi) | 7 hr 44 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Lagunas de Montebello National Park | 617 km (383 mi) | 9 hr 31 min | Worth a longer road trip |
When to make this trip
Dzibilchaltún 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 Chicxulub Puerto 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tulum → Arrecifes de Cozumel | 43.1 km (26.8 mi) | 58 min |
| Arrecife de Puerto Morelos → Arrecifes de Cozumel | 63.6 km (39.5 mi) | 1 hr 20 min |
| Tulum → Arrecife de Puerto Morelos | 91 km (56.6 mi) | 1 hr 47 min |
| Dzibilchaltún → Arrecife Alacranes | 144 km (89.5 mi) | 2 hr 34 min |
Planning a trip from Chicxulub Puerto
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 Chicxulub Puerto?
Dzibilchaltún National Park. It is about 22.8 km (14.2 mi) from Chicxulub Puerto, roughly 36 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Chicxulub Puerto?
Yes — Dzibilchaltún National Park and Arrecife Alacranes National Park are within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Chicxulub Puerto?
10 parks are within reach of Chicxulub Puerto, 2 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Chicxulub Puerto?
For Dzibilchaltún National Park, the closest one, generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Either side of that, May and November stays quieter.