Getting to El Chico National Park
El Chico National Park sits in Hidalgo, Mexico, with Pachuca de Soto the nearest town of any size — about 10 km (6.2 mi) out, or roughly 17 min of driving.
Drive times from El Chico National Park
El Chico National Park sits close enough to Tula National Park, Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park, El Tepeyac National Park, and Los Mármoles National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Tula National Park | 65.6 km (40.8 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
| Molino de Flores Nezahualcóyotl National Park | 77.9 km (48.4 mi) | 1 hr 35 min |
| El Tepeyac National Park | 87.6 km (54.4 mi) | 1 hr 44 min |
| Los Mármoles National Park | 89.6 km (55.7 mi) | 1 hr 46 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Pachuca de Soto | 10 km (6.2 mi) | 17 min |
| Actopan | 23.1 km (14.3 mi) | 37 min |
| Fontezuelas | 34.7 km (21.6 mi) | 49 min |
| Tepatepec | 37.8 km (23.5 mi) | 52 min |
| Tulancingo | 40.4 km (25.1 mi) | 55 min |
| Progreso de Obregón | 48.1 km (29.9 mi) | 1 hr 3 min |
| Zacualtipán | 49.4 km (30.7 mi) | 1 hr 5 min |
| Tepeapulco | 50.4 km (31.3 mi) | 1 hr 6 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 El Chico National Park?
Pachuca de Soto, about 10 km (6.2 mi) away — roughly 17 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting El Chico National Park?
The practical bases are Pachuca de Soto, Actopan, and Fontezuelas — all within a reasonable drive of the park.