Getting to Arrecife Alacranes National Park
Arrecife Alacranes National Park sits in Yucatán, Mexico, with Progreso the nearest town of any size — about 122 km (76.1 mi) out, or roughly 2 hr 15 min of driving.
Drive times from Arrecife Alacranes National Park
Arrecife Alacranes National Park sits close enough to Dzibilchaltún National Park, Isla Contoy National Park, Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park, and Tulum National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Dzibilchaltún National Park | 144 km (89.5 mi) | 2 hr 34 min |
| Isla Contoy National Park | 313 km (195 mi) | 5 hr 3 min |
| Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres National Park | 325 km (202 mi) | 5 hr 14 min |
| Tulum National Park | 336 km (209 mi) | 5 hr 23 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Progreso | 122 km (76.1 mi) | 2 hr 15 min |
| Telchac Puerto | 124 km (76.8 mi) | 2 hr 16 min |
| Dzidzantun | 142 km (88.5 mi) | 2 hr 33 min |
| Dzilam González | 145 km (90.1 mi) | 2 hr 35 min |
| Motul | 149 km (92.5 mi) | 2 hr 38 min |
| Hunucmá | 153 km (95.2 mi) | 2 hr 42 min |
| Temax | 157 km (97.6 mi) | 2 hr 46 min |
| Mérida | 158 km (97.9 mi) | 2 hr 46 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Arrecife Alacranes National Park?
Progreso, about 122 km (76.1 mi) away — roughly 2 hr 15 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Arrecife Alacranes National Park?
The practical bases are Progreso, Telchac Puerto, and Dzidzantun — all within a reasonable drive of the park.