El Tepeyac National Park

El Tepeyac National Park is a protected area north of Mexico City that preserves volcanic terrain with eucalyptus forests and open grasslands across its slopes. The landscape sits at higher elevation and includes facilities for visitors to enjoy outdoor activities like walking and picnicking.

The park was established in 1937 to protect the natural landscape on Mexico City's northern edge. Before this formal protection, the hill and surrounding land had been inhabited and used for thousands of years.

The hill here held deep meaning for the Aztecs, who established settlements nearby and conducted ceremonies on its slopes. Visitors walking through the park can sense this layered history in how the land was once used and valued.

Enter the park near Insurgentes Avenue close to Santa Isabel Tola, where you will find basic amenities including restrooms and picnic areas. Wear sturdy shoes since the ground is rocky and uneven from volcanic activity.

The park serves as a natural shield against soil erosion and helps keep the city's air cleaner, something most visitors do not consciously notice. Interestingly, more than half of the protected land is held as ejido community property, a traditional form of land ownership unique to Mexico.

Location: Mexico City

Inception: February 18, 1937

GPS coordinates: 19.50306,-99.10667

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46