Los Volcanes Biosphere Reserve

Los Volcanes Biosphere Reserve is a large protected area in central Mexico spanning three states and surrounding two major volcanoes. The landscape contains multiple ecosystems that range from pine forests to mountain grasslands.

The area gained UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status in 2010, becoming a protected zone for central Mexico's volcanic landscapes. This international recognition marked a turning point for conservation efforts in the region.

Communities living in the transition zone farm the land using methods passed down through generations and help protect the reserve. Their work shows how local life and conservation can go hand in hand.

Visitors can enter through multiple access points scattered across the reserve, with activities and rules changing depending on which zone you are visiting. Understanding these differences helps you plan your visit better.

Elevations range from about 2600 to 5500 meters, creating distinct habitats with specialized plants and animals found nowhere else. Walking from lower to higher elevations, you experience how life adapts to different conditions in a single location.

Location: Puebla

Location: Morelos

Location: State of Mexico

GPS coordinates: 19.55970,-98.65910

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:45