Lagunas de Chacahua National Park: planning guide
Coastal lagoons and mangroves west of Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. Boat trips, beaches, and Afro-Mexican villages on the Oaxaca coast.
Lagunas de Chacahua National Park is in Oaxaca, Mexico. The nearest town is Santa Rosa de Lima — roughly 13.4 km (8.3 mi) out, about 22 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.
Full seasonal breakdown for Lagunas de Chacahua National Park
Closest towns and cities
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa de Lima | 13.4 km (8.3 mi) | 22 min |
| San José del Progreso | 14.4 km (8.9 mi) | 24 min |
| La Luz | 19.1 km (11.9 mi) | 32 min |
| Río Grande | 27.3 km (17 mi) | 41 min |
| Santa María Acatepec | 27.4 km (17 mi) | 41 min |
| Santiago Jocotepec | 32.1 km (19.9 mi) | 46 min |
| José María Morelos | 36.8 km (22.9 mi) | 51 min |
| Santa María Chicometepec | 37.6 km (23.3 mi) | 52 min |
Where Lagunas de Chacahua National Park sits
Official Lagunas de Chacahua National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Parks you could combine with it
- Huatulco National Park
Nine bays and dry tropical forest on the Oaxaca coast. Snorkel coves, low hills, and resort development along the shore.
- Benito Juárez National Park
Cloud forest and oak woodland on the Sierra de Juárez above Oaxaca city. Cool, misty trails within reach of the capital of Oaxaca.
- General Juan N. Álvarez National Park
Lagoon and tropical forest on the Guerrero coast near Acapulco. Wetland and bird habitat behind the beach strip.
- El Veladero National Park
Dry forest and hills above Acapulco in Guerrero. Green relief above the coast with views over the bay.
Common questions
Where is Lagunas de Chacahua National Park?
Lagunas de Chacahua National Park sits in Oaxaca, Mexico, and the closest town of any size is Santa Rosa de Lima — about 22 min away.
When is the best time to visit Lagunas de Chacahua National Park?
Generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch, with May and November quieter on either side.