Los Novillos National Park: planning guide
Desert mountains and scrub in southern Coahuila. Dry ranges on the edge of the Chihuahuan Desert.
Los Novillos National Park is in Coahuila, Mexico. The nearest town is Ciudad Acuña — roughly 4 km (2.5 mi) out, about 7 min of driving.
When to go
Best window: March through May, then October through November. Shoulder season: February and early December.
Summer highs regularly clear 100 °F / 38 °C. Winter is pleasant by day but nights drop below freezing at elevation.
Summer heat is the real hazard, not the crowds. Hike at dawn, skip exposed trails after mid-morning, and never rely on finding water.
Closest towns and cities
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Ciudad Acuña | 4 km (2.5 mi) | 7 min |
| Jiménez | 34.7 km (21.6 mi) | 49 min |
| Piedras Negras | 77.1 km (47.9 mi) | 1 hr 34 min |
| Colonia Venustiano Carranza | 81.6 km (50.7 mi) | 1 hr 39 min |
| Zaragoza | 89.7 km (55.7 mi) | 1 hr 46 min |
| Nava | 98.9 km (61.5 mi) | 1 hr 54 min |
| Morelos | 99.4 km (61.7 mi) | 1 hr 55 min |
| Los Álamos | 105 km (65.2 mi) | 2 hr |
Where Los Novillos National Park sits
Official Los Novillos National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Parks you could combine with it
- Big Bend National Park
Big desert and mountain country along the Rio Grande in west Texas. Remote, dry, and spread out — expect long drives.
- Cumbres de Monterrey National Park
Steep limestone peaks and canyons above Monterrey in Nuevo León. Classic northern Mexico climbing and ridge hikes.
- El Sabinal National Park
A sabinal oak grove in the mountains near Monterrey, Nuevo León. Small, shady woodland above the northern city.
- Carlsbad Caverns National Park
A large limestone cave system in New Mexico. The big room is the main draw; bats fly out on warm evenings.
Common questions
Where is Los Novillos National Park?
Los Novillos National Park sits in Coahuila, Mexico, and the closest town of any size is Ciudad Acuña — about 7 min away.
When is the best time to visit Los Novillos National Park?
Generally March through May, then October through November, with February and early December quieter on either side.