Lagunas de Zempoala National Park

Lagunas de Zempoala National Park is one of 70 national parks in Mexico. It covers 48 km² (4,790 ha) — about 81% of the size of Manhattan, making it the #32 largest national park in Mexico (0% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1936, 90 years ago — the first national parks in Mexico date back to 1917. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Lagunas de Zempoala National Park

The closest airport is Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (TLC), about 41 km away — around 53 minutes by car; alternatively Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX, 50 km). Other national parks within reach include Cumbres del Ajusco National Park (9 km²), El Tepozteco National Park (233 km²), La Marquesa National Park (19 km²) and Desierto de los Leones National Park (15 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.