El Veladero National Park: planning guide
Dry forest and hills above Acapulco in Guerrero. Green relief above the coast with views over the bay.
El Veladero National Park is in Guerrero, Mexico. The nearest town is Acapulco de Juárez — roughly 7.1 km (4.4 mi) out, about 12 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Acapulco de Juárez | 7.1 km (4.4 mi) | 12 min |
| Coyuca de Benítez | 23 km (14.3 mi) | 37 min |
| Amatillo | 26.6 km (16.5 mi) | 40 min |
| Xaltianguis | 28.3 km (17.6 mi) | 42 min |
| Lomas de Chapultepec | 37.5 km (23.3 mi) | 52 min |
| Tierra Colorada | 48.3 km (30 mi) | 1 hr 4 min |
| El Ocotito | 55 km (34.2 mi) | 1 hr 11 min |
| San Marcos | 55.5 km (34.5 mi) | 1 hr 11 min |
Where El Veladero National Park sits
Official El Veladero National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Drive times from El Veladero National Park
El Veladero National Park sits close enough to General Juan N. Álvarez National Park, Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park, Nevado de Toluca National Park, and Lagunas de Zempoala National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| General Juan N. Álvarez National Park | 115 km (71.8 mi) | 2 hr 9 min |
| Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park | 200 km (124 mi) | 3 hr 23 min |
| Nevado de Toluca National Park | 244 km (152 mi) | 4 hr 2 min |
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 246 km (153 mi) | 4 hr 4 min |
Parks close by
- General Juan N. Álvarez National Park
Lagoon and tropical forest on the Guerrero coast near Acapulco. Wetland and bird habitat behind the beach strip.
- Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park
A large show cave system in the mountains of northern Guerrero. Underground chambers and guided tours near Taxco.
- Nevado de Toluca National Park
A dormant volcano west of Toluca with crater lakes at high elevation. Cold, windy summit hikes and four-wheel-drive access.
- Lagunas de Zempoala National Park
Alpine lakes and fir forest in the mountains between Morelos and Estado de México. Cool weekend hiking above Cuernavaca.
Common questions
Where is El Veladero National Park?
El Veladero National Park sits in Guerrero, Mexico. Acapulco de Juárez, about 7.1 km (4.4 mi) away — roughly 12 min of driving.
When is the best time to visit El Veladero National Park?
Generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch, with May and November quieter on either side.