National park · Honduras
Montaña de Comayagua National ParkParque Nacional Montaña de Comayagua
Enter Montaña de Comayagua National Park: pay the entry fee (check), drive 30 km (19 mi) north from Comayagua on RN‑57, then hike the Lo Choca or El Portillo summit (2–4 h).Enter Montaña de Comayagua National Park: pay the entry fee (check), drive 19 mi (30 km) north from Comayagua on RN‑57, then hike the Lo Choca or El Portillo summit (2–4 h).
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Area
185 km² (71 sq mi)71 sq mi (185 km²)
approximate
Established
1987
Best months
—
UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 8Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua (CA-4) giv…
- Central America ↗Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua (CA-4) give one shared entry allowance, usually 90 days in total; leaving for Belize, Costa Rica or Mexico and coming back does not always reset it — check with immigration before a long stay.
- Central America ↗Cross land borders in daylight and early in the day; many posts close or empty of transport by late afternoon, and the approaches are where robberies happen.
- Central America ↗Several borders charge entry, exit or municipal fees in US dollars (Belize exit, Nicaragua entry and exit, Honduras entry); carry small, clean US notes and ask for a receipt.
- Honduras ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Honduras's migration authority or a Honduran consulate; the CA-4 agreement with Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua can make your permitted stay count across all four.
- Honduras ↗Transit San Pedro Sula and Tegucigalpa by day and with pre-arranged transport; do not use public buses between cities.
- Honduras ↗Do not travel to Gracias a Dios (La Mosquitia) except with a specialist operator; several governments advise against all travel there.
- Honduran Highlands ↗Move between towns by day only; night driving on highland roads is not worth it.
- Honduran Highlands ↗Carry lempiras in cash outside Copán Ruinas and Tegucigalpa; cards work in hotels, not at roadside stops.
At a glance
- Country
- Honduras
- Area
- 185 km² (71 sq mi)71 sq mi (185 km²)
- Park covers about 18,500 ha (≈185 km²).
- Established
- 1987
- Best months
- —
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Comayagua
Montaña de Comayagua National Park protects dense highland forest, three peaks up to 2,407 m, and diverse wildlife; access is via a 4WD road from Rio Negro, with guided hikes recommended for longer routes.
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Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1987.
Size and age
185 km² (71 sq mi)71 sq mi (185 km²) · national park since 1987
Park covers about 18,500 ha (≈185 km²).
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Comayagua.
Why go
- Dense forested mountains with three peaks, the highest at 2,407 m.
- Birdwatching opportunities for chachalaca, toucan and quetzal.
- Potential sightings of jaguar, tigrillo, spotted paca and white‑tail deer.
When to go
- JanGo
- FebGo
- MarGo
- AprCaution
- MayCaution
- JunAvoid
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepCaution
- OctGo
- NovGo
- DecGo
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birds: chachalaca, toucan, quetzalAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Mammals: jaguar, tigrillo, spotted paca, white‑tail deer, coatiAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
From Comayagua
Drive north on RN‑57 30 km (19 mi) to San Jerónimo, then follow signs to Rio Negro and PANACOMA; 15 km (9.3 mi) dirt road to park gate.Drive north on RN‑57 19 mi (30 km) to San Jerónimo, then follow signs to Rio Negro and PANACOMA; 9.3 mi (15 km) dirt road to park gate.
≈1 h total
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From Tegucigalpa
Take RN‑5 north to Comayagua (≈2 h), then follow route above.
≈3 h
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Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Negro information centre | Ticket office, guide hiring point, basic facilities. | Open daily during daylight. |
| Lo Choca summit area | Trailhead for a 2–3 h hike to the peak. | Requires 4WD to reach trailhead. |
| El Portillo summit area | Highest point, longer hike (4–6 h). | 4WD road to trailhead; guide recommended. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates from Wikidata; exact trailhead locations approximate.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Top experiences
Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry | Free | person | — |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Park rules
- Guides
- Recommended for longer hikes and to navigate dirt roads.
- Camping
- Not permitted inside the park; stay in nearby villages.
- Fires
- Open fires prohibited; use designated cooking facilities.
Where to stay
Near the park
Rio Negro village
Basic guesthouses and homestays a few km from park gate.
Near the park
Comayagua town
Hotels and hostels, 30 min drive to park.
Safety
Road conditions medium
Wildlife encounters low
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Trailheads reachable by 4WD; no wheelchair access.
- Short walks from information centre suitable for limited mobility.
Visiting lightly
- Hire local guides at Rio Negro to support community.
- Carry out all litter; avoid disturbing wildlife.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Montaña de Comayagua National Park?
The official entry fee is not published online; visitors pay at the Rio Negro information centre (check current price).
What are the best hikes in Montaña de Comayagua National Park?
Lo Choca summit (2–3 h, moderate) and El Portillo summit (4–6 h, hard) are the main hikes; a side trail leads to Cascada de los Ensueños waterfall (½ h).
When is the best time to visit Montaña de Comayagua National Park?
The dry season (December–April) offers better road and trail conditions; the rainy season (May–October) can make dirt roads impassable.
How do I get to the park from Comayagua?
Drive north on RN‑57 30 km to San Jerónimo, then follow signs to Rio Negro; a 15 km dirt road leads to the park gate (≈30 min).
Are guides required?
Guides are not mandatory for short summit hikes but are strongly recommended for longer routes and to navigate the 4WD roads.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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