El Chico National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
national park in Hidalgo State, Mexico
About El Chico National Park
The park lies within an area of the Sierra Madre known as the Pachuca Mountain range. The park encompasses an area of 2,739 hectares. El Chico was established as a protected natural area in 1898 (pre-dating theMexico National Parks systemby almost 40 years). The park was created by President Porfirio Diaz as a national forest called "Monte Vedado del Mineral del Chico" and was intended to protect some of the old growth forests which were in danger of being destroyed by logging. In 1982, the park's status was changed to that of national park. Rolling mountain landscapes dominate the park with volcanic peaks that are popular with climbers and hikers. The highest peak in the park is Las Ventanas at 3,090 metres (10,140 ft). Other peaks include Las Monjas, La Peña del Cuervo, La Peña del Sumat
Where to Stay in El Chico National Park
- 🏨Campamento Dos Aguas
El Chico National Park Travel Guide Sections
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