Getting to Lagunas de Zempoala National Park
Lagunas de Zempoala National Park sits in Morelos / Estado de México, Mexico, with Cuernavaca the nearest town of any size — about 17.2 km (10.7 mi) out, or roughly 29 min of driving.
Drive times from Lagunas de Zempoala National Park
Lagunas de Zempoala National Park sits close enough to Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, El Tepozteco National Park, Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park, and Desierto de los Leones National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 18.9 km (11.8 mi) | 32 min |
| El Tepozteco National Park | 23.8 km (14.8 mi) | 37 min |
| Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla National Park | 25.5 km (15.8 mi) | 39 min |
| Desierto de los Leones National Park | 28.6 km (17.8 mi) | 43 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Cuernavaca | 17.2 km (10.7 mi) | 29 min |
| Jiutepec | 24.5 km (15.2 mi) | 38 min |
| San Diego | 35.5 km (22.1 mi) | 50 min |
| La Joya | 45.9 km (28.5 mi) | 1 hr 1 min |
| Cuautla | 46.9 km (29.2 mi) | 1 hr 2 min |
| Puente de Ixtla | 49.1 km (30.5 mi) | 1 hr 4 min |
| Jojutla | 51.2 km (31.8 mi) | 1 hr 7 min |
| Tetela del Volcán | 64.7 km (40.2 mi) | 1 hr 21 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 Zempoala National Park?
Cuernavaca, about 17.2 km (10.7 mi) away — roughly 29 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Lagunas de Zempoala National Park?
The practical bases are Cuernavaca, Jiutepec, and San Diego — all within a reasonable drive of the park.