Getting to Cabo Pulmo National Park
Cabo Pulmo National Park sits in Baja California Sur, Mexico, with La Ribera the nearest town of any size — about 24.4 km (15.2 mi) out, or roughly 38 min of driving.
Drive times from Cabo Pulmo National Park
Cabo Pulmo National Park sits close enough to Bahía de Loreto National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Bahía de Loreto National Park | 320 km (199 mi) | 5 hr 9 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| La Ribera | 24.4 km (15.2 mi) | 38 min |
| Miraflores | 36.4 km (22.6 mi) | 51 min |
| Los Barriles | 39.4 km (24.5 mi) | 54 min |
| San José del Cabo | 50.9 km (31.7 mi) | 1 hr 6 min |
| El Pescadero | 76.3 km (47.4 mi) | 1 hr 34 min |
| Cabo San Lucas | 78.3 km (48.7 mi) | 1 hr 36 min |
| Todos Santos | 81.5 km (50.6 mi) | 1 hr 39 min |
| Melitón Albáñez Domínguez | 105 km (65 mi) | 1 hr 59 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 Cabo Pulmo National Park?
La Ribera, about 24.4 km (15.2 mi) away — roughly 38 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Cabo Pulmo National Park?
The practical bases are La Ribera, Miraflores, and Los Barriles — all within a reasonable drive of the park.