Benito Juárez National Park: planning guide
Cloud forest and oak woodland on the Sierra de Juárez above Oaxaca city. Cool, misty trails within reach of the capital of Oaxaca.
Benito Juárez National Park is in Oaxaca, Mexico. The nearest town is Oaxaca — roughly 12.1 km (7.5 mi) out, about 20 min of driving.
When to go
Best window: December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Shoulder season: May and November.
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.
Closest towns and cities
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Oaxaca | 12.1 km (7.5 mi) | 20 min |
| Santiago Suchilquitongo | 16.8 km (10.5 mi) | 28 min |
| San Francisco Telixtlahuaca | 22.7 km (14.1 mi) | 36 min |
| San Miguel Aloápam | 27.6 km (17.2 mi) | 42 min |
| Ixtlán de Juárez | 32.3 km (20.1 mi) | 47 min |
| Abejones | 32.9 km (20.5 mi) | 47 min |
| San Juan Atepec | 35.8 km (22.2 mi) | 50 min |
| Tlacolula de Matamoros | 36.5 km (22.7 mi) | 51 min |
Where Benito Juárez National Park sits
Official Benito Juárez National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Drive times from Benito Juárez National Park
Benito Juárez National Park sits close enough to Lagunas de Chacahua National Park, Huatulco National Park, Cañón del Río Blanco National Park, and Pico de Orizaba National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Lagunas de Chacahua National Park | 167 km (104 mi) | 2 hr 55 min |
| Huatulco National Park | 172 km (107 mi) | 2 hr 59 min |
| Cañón del Río Blanco National Park | 189 km (118 mi) | 3 hr 14 min |
| Pico de Orizaba National Park | 215 km (133 mi) | 3 hr 36 min |
Parks close by
- Lagunas de Chacahua National Park
Coastal lagoons and mangroves west of Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. Boat trips, beaches, and Afro-Mexican villages on the Oaxaca coast.
- Huatulco National Park
Nine bays and dry tropical forest on the Oaxaca coast. Snorkel coves, low hills, and resort development along the shore.
- Cañón del Río Blanco National Park
A deep limestone canyon on the Veracruz–Puebla border with tropical forest and waterfalls. River gorge country east of the central highlands.
- Pico de Orizaba National Park
Mexico’s highest peak — a dormant volcano on the Veracruz–Puebla line. Glacier, high-altitude climbing, and alpine meadows.
Common questions
Where is Benito Juárez National Park?
Benito Juárez National Park sits in Oaxaca, Mexico. Oaxaca, about 12.1 km (7.5 mi) away — roughly 20 min of driving.
When is the best time to visit Benito Juárez National Park?
Generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch, with May and November quieter on either side.