Getting to Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park
Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park sits in Michoacán, Mexico, with Uruapan the nearest town of any size — about 4.6 km (2.9 mi) out, or roughly 8 min of driving.
Drive times from Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park
Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park sits close enough to Insurgente José María Morelos National Park, Lago de Camécuaro National Park, Rayón National Park, and Cerro de Garnica National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Insurgente José María Morelos National Park | 52.7 km (32.8 mi) | 1 hr 8 min |
| Lago de Camécuaro National Park | 53.8 km (33.4 mi) | 1 hr 10 min |
| Rayón National Park | 76.6 km (47.6 mi) | 1 hr 34 min |
| Cerro de Garnica National Park | 135 km (84.2 mi) | 2 hr 27 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan | 4.6 km (2.9 mi) | 8 min |
| Paracho de Verduzco | 24.8 km (15.4 mi) | 38 min |
| Tancítaro | 29.5 km (18.3 mi) | 43 min |
| Lombardía | 30.7 km (19.1 mi) | 45 min |
| Peribán de Ramos | 34.5 km (21.5 mi) | 49 min |
| Los Reyes de Salgado | 42.9 km (26.7 mi) | 58 min |
| Nueva Italia de Ruiz | 45.1 km (28 mi) | 1 hr |
| Apatzingán | 46.6 km (28.9 mi) | 1 hr 2 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 Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park?
Uruapan, about 4.6 km (2.9 mi) away — roughly 8 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Barranca del Cupatitzio National Park?
The practical bases are Uruapan, Paracho de Verduzco, and Tancítaro — all within a reasonable drive of the park.