Benito Juárez National Park, National park in Valles Centrales Region, Mexico.
The park extends across 2,737 hectares of mountainous terrain, featuring pine-oak forests, deep valleys, and elevations ranging from 1,650 to 3,050 meters.
Established on December 30, 1937, during General Lazaro Cardenas del Rio's presidency, this protected area bears the name of Oaxaca-born President Benito Juárez.
The territory holds connections to Zapotec culture through archaeological remains and continues to influence local traditions in the surrounding municipalities.
Visitors can access multiple hiking trails, camping areas, and birdwatching spots through the main entrance located five kilometers north of Oaxaca City.
The park serves as the primary habitat for the vulnerable dwarf jay species, while the Huayapan and San Felipe rivers supply water to Oaxaca City.
Location: Oaxaca
Inception: December 30, 1937
GPS coordinates: 17.16806,-96.73889
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:53
Oaxaca presents historical sites, waterfalls, and traditional villages. The region features pre-Columbian ruins, colonial monasteries, and indigenous crafts. The landscape ranges from mountain ranges to coastal areas with lagoons and beaches.
Monte Albán
14.2 km
Árbol del Tule
17.4 km
Zaachila
24 km
San José Mogote
6.9 km
Estadio Tecnológico de Oaxaca
9.8 km
Basilica of Our Lady of Solitude
11.7 km
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Oaxaca
11.9 km
Auditorio Guelaguetza
11.1 km
Teatro Macedonio Alcalá
11.9 km
Dainzú
26.7 km
Ex-monastery of Santiago Apóstol
20 km
Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca
11.4 km
Estadio Benito Juárez
11.3 km
Museo Estatal de Arte Popular de Oaxaca
23.6 km
Eduardo Vasconcelos Stadium
11.3 km
Oaxaca México Temple
14.3 km
Centro Académico y Cultural San Pablo
12 km
Church of San Pablo
8.9 km
Museo Textil de Oaxaca
12.1 km
Museo de Filatelia de Oaxaca
11.5 km
Archaeological Zone of Atzompa
10.9 km
Museo Del Ferrocarril Mexicano Del Sur
11.1 km
Library Fray Francisco de Burgoa
11.4 km
Centro Fotográfico Manuel Álvarez Bravo
11.6 km
Museo de Arte Prehispánico de México Rufino Tamayo
11.7 km
Museo de Sitio Casa Juárez
11.3 km
Viewpoint with tower
27.2 km
San Miguel Aloápam (munisipyo)
26.3 kmReviews
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