Mexiquillo Park Tour – Waterfall, Stone Garden, and Lagoon
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Sierra
Discover the wonderful nature of the Mexiquillo Natural Park in a 2 to 4-hour tour! In this tour, you will have the opportunity to visit three of the most impressive places in the area: the Mexiquillo waterfall, the stone garden, and the beautiful Mexiquillo Lagoon.
Get ready to live an unforgettable experience in contact with nature!
Details
Activities
Hiking
Distance
–
Includes
NOM-TUR09 Certified Guide
Suggestions
Comfortable clothing and footwear
Duration
About 2.5 hours
Difficulty
Easy to moderate
Location
Waterfall, Stone Garden, and Lagoon in Mexiquillo
Not Included
Food and Drinks. Tips during the tour
Get to know Mexiquillo Waterfall
An impressive waterfall
Discover the majesty of the Mexiquillo waterfall with the excursions we offer at Hostal Mexiquillo. Our tour takes you to explore the incredible Mexiquillo waterfall, one of the park’s hidden treasures. Immerse yourself in a fascinating journey through multiple waterfalls, some of them off the traditional visitor route.
The jewel in the crown is the famous Mexiquillo Waterfall, a spectacle of natural beauty. With more than 30 meters in height, this impressive waterfall crashes over basaltic rocks, creating beautiful rainbows that are reflected on sunny days. It is a sight you won’t forget! In addition, the most adventurous can even go behind the water curtain, an exciting and unique experience.
But that’s not all. The three main rivers that cross the park also host impressive waterfalls, some of them exceeding 50 meters in height. Each of these natural wonders will leave you breathless.
At Hostal Mexiquillo, we care about providing you with an unforgettable experience. Our team of guides will accompany you on this exciting tour, ensuring you enjoy every moment to the fullest.
Explore the Stone Garden
A lunar landscape on Earth
Hostal Mexiquillo is the starting point to explore a unique natural gem: the Stone Garden. Immerse yourself in this incredible excursion that will transport you to a surreal landscape and leave you breathless. Join us to discover the mysteries of this geological phenomenon and live an unforgettable experience.
In the park’s plains, you will find numerous rock formations reaching surprising heights, exceeding 7 – and even 8 – meters. These formations are mainly composed of extrusive igneous rock, with a lesser presence of rhyolite. You can also marvel at some formations of basalt and plutonic rock. The Stone Garden, as known by locals, is famous for its singular arrangement of rocks through clearings in the forest.
This set of petrified lava rocks resembles huge monoliths, creating the sensation of being in another world. The inevitable question arises when visiting it: “Am I on the moon or on a movie set?”. This unique place will captivate you as you enter a semi-arid plain surrounded exclusively by rock formations with rounded edges. The explanation for this phenomenon dates back to prehistoric times. Millions of years ago, an abundant mass of incandescent magma covered the earth’s surface. The relentless erosion of the wind polished the rock, leaving only the densest parts to resist wear. You must keep in mind that beneath your feet are rock formations sculpted by the whims of nature, which will wait a million years to see the light again.
Discover the Lagoon in Mexiquillo
A natural paradise
The Mexiquillo Lagoon is a natural paradise surrounded by coniferous forests. It was formed when stone was extracted for grinding and laying asphalt during the construction of the Durango – Mazatlán free road. With approximately 150 meters in diameter and a depth of 5 meters, the Mexiquillo Lagoon fills and overflows with crystal clear water during the rains. In summer time, the inhabitants of the town “La Ciudad” use the lagoon as a swimming area. Enjoy a refreshing swim in this beautiful place and marvel at the natural beauty of the Mexiquillo Lagoon.
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