Lago de Camécuaro National Park

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Lago de Camécuaro National Park, National park in Tangancícuaro, Mexico.

The park spans 6.47 hectares, featuring a spring-fed lake with clear waters surrounded by hydrophilic plants and riparian vegetation.

President Lázaro Cárdenas del Río established the national park in 1941 to safeguard the natural resources and ecosystems of the region.

The name Camécuaro originates from Purépecha language, translating to 'place where one falls into a deep pond' according to historical records.

Located 14 kilometers from Zamora de Hidalgo, 186 kilometers from Guadalajara, and 136 kilometers from Morelia, the park offers hiking and birdwatching opportunities.

The lake reaches a maximum depth of 6 meters and contains multiple natural springs that maintain constant water levels throughout the year.

Location: Michoacán

Inception: March 8, 1941

GPS coordinates: 19.90278,-102.21083

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:49

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