Cañón de Santa Elena Flora and Fauna Protection Area

The Cañón de Santa Elena encompasses 277,209 hectares of desert terrain with mountain ranges, valleys, and elevations ranging from 700 to 2,400 meters.

Archaeological evidence indicates human presence in the area since Paleoindian times, from 15,000 to 6,500 BC, with inhabitants practicing fishing and hunting.

The Conchos, Jumanos, Chisos, and Apache indigenous groups inhabited this territory until European expeditions altered the native populations.

The protected area requires personal transportation to access, as it sits 290 kilometers from Chihuahua city without public transit options.

The region contains over 700 plant and animal species, including the highest concentration of golden eagles in the area.

Location: Manuel Benavides Municipality

Location: Ojinaga Municipality

Inception: November 7, 1994

GPS coordinates: 29.11122,-103.86880

Latest update: May 23, 2025 23:17