Getting to General Juan N. Álvarez National Park
General Juan N. Álvarez National Park sits in Guerrero, Mexico, with Chilapa de Álvarez the nearest town of any size — about 9.7 km (6.1 mi) out, or roughly 16 min of driving.
Drive times from General Juan N. Álvarez National Park
General Juan N. Álvarez National Park sits close enough to El Veladero National Park, Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park, El Tepozteco National Park, and Lagunas de Zempoala National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| El Veladero National Park | 115 km (71.8 mi) | 2 hr 9 min |
| Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park | 127 km (79.1 mi) | 2 hr 19 min |
| El Tepozteco National Park | 156 km (96.8 mi) | 2 hr 44 min |
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 164 km (102 mi) | 2 hr 52 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Chilapa de Álvarez | 9.7 km (6.1 mi) | 16 min |
| Atlixtac | 16.2 km (10.1 mi) | 27 min |
| Ahuacuotzingo | 20.1 km (12.5 mi) | 33 min |
| Ixcatla | 21.6 km (13.4 mi) | 35 min |
| Tlatlauquitepec | 27.6 km (17.2 mi) | 42 min |
| Zoquitlán | 32 km (19.9 mi) | 46 min |
| Escalerilla Lagunas | 35.1 km (21.8 mi) | 50 min |
| Acatepec | 35.7 km (22.2 mi) | 50 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 General Juan N. Álvarez National Park?
Chilapa de Álvarez, about 9.7 km (6.1 mi) away — roughly 16 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting General Juan N. Álvarez National Park?
The practical bases are Chilapa de Álvarez, Atlixtac, and Ahuacuotzingo — all within a reasonable drive of the park.