Getting to Lagunas de Chacahua National Park
Lagunas de Chacahua National Park sits in Oaxaca, Mexico, with San José del Progreso the nearest town of any size — about 14.4 km (8.9 mi) out, or roughly 24 min of driving.
Drive times from Lagunas de Chacahua National Park
Lagunas de Chacahua National Park sits close enough to Huatulco National Park, Benito Juárez National Park, General Juan N. Álvarez National Park, and El Veladero National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Huatulco National Park | 162 km (101 mi) | 2 hr 50 min |
| Benito Juárez National Park | 167 km (104 mi) | 2 hr 55 min |
| General Juan N. Álvarez National Park | 235 km (146 mi) | 3 hr 54 min |
| El Veladero National Park | 258 km (160 mi) | 4 hr 15 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| San José del Progreso | 14.4 km (8.9 mi) | 24 min |
| Río Grande | 27.3 km (17 mi) | 41 min |
| Santiago Jamiltepec | 37.8 km (23.5 mi) | 52 min |
| Tataltepec de Valdés | 40.6 km (25.2 mi) | 55 min |
| Tepenixtlahuaca | 41.7 km (25.9 mi) | 57 min |
| San Miguel Panixtlahuaca | 46.4 km (28.9 mi) | 1 hr 2 min |
| Santa Catarina Juquila | 51.9 km (32.2 mi) | 1 hr 7 min |
| Santiago Yaitepec | 53.1 km (33 mi) | 1 hr 9 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 Lagunas de Chacahua National Park?
San José del Progreso, about 14.4 km (8.9 mi) away — roughly 24 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Lagunas de Chacahua National Park?
The practical bases are San José del Progreso, Río Grande, and Santiago Jamiltepec — all within a reasonable drive of the park.