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Cumbres de Majalca National Park
Spend a full day exploring the rock formations and wildlife; one night optional for camping if you want sunrise hikes.
Cumbres de Majalca offers striking volcanic rock formations, pine‑oak forest and rare black‑bear sightings. A day covers the main trails and climbing spots; an extra night lets you camp and catch sunrise views.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MXN
- Best months
- Oct–May
- avoid Jun–Sep (high heat, possible storms)
- Airport
- CUU
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Mexico ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM) or your nearest Mexican consulate; keep proof of your entry (stamp or digital record) until you leave.
- Mexico ↗Security advice differs by state: some governments advise against travel to parts of several states. Check your own government's advice for each region on your route.
- Mexico ↗Do not drink tap water; use bottled or filtered water and ice from reliable places.
- Mexico ↗Foreign visitors to Quintana Roo (Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Bacalar, Holbox) pay the state VISITAX online at visitax.gob.mx only; lookalike sites add fees.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Cumbres de Majalca National Park, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Mexican peso (MXN, $).Mexico-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelcel has the widest coverage; AT&T and Movistar are cheaper in cities.Mexico-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; garrafón (20-litre jugs) and filtered water in hotels.Mexico-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurants: 10–15%; check the bill for an included 'servicio'.Mexico-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Mexico-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe with standard mountain‑park precautions; watch for bears and sudden weather changes.
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- RestroomsPut paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places; public toilets charge MXN 5–10 (≈ under US$1).Mexico-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / emergency · 078 Tourist assistance
- Sundays & holidaysMost museums and many archaeological sites close on Mondays; banks close on public holidays.Mexico-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCUU General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (Chihuahua) (About 90 km (56 mi) south, 1½ h drive via Highway 45).CUU General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (Chihuahua) (About 56 mi (90 km) south, 1½ h drive via Highway 45).
- Getting aroundDrive from Highway 45 to the park entrance; 53 km (33 mi) of unpaved roads suitable for hiking, mountain‑biking and 4 WD vehicles.Drive from Highway 45 to the park entrance; 33 mi (53 km) of unpaved roads suitable for hiking, mountain‑biking and 4 WD vehicles.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedCamp site (tent), a night, per personMX$150 (≈ US$9)
- Mid-range bedLodge room (double), a night, per roomMX$1,200 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedLodge room (double), a night, per roomMX$2,000 (≈ US$110)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MX$400 (≈ US$25) · Mid MX$750 (≈ US$45) · High MX$1,200 (≈ US$65)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CUU General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (Chihuahua) (About 90 km (56 mi) south, 1½ h drive via Highway 45)CUU General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (Chihuahua) (About 56 mi (90 km) south, 1½ h drive via Highway 45)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
Best
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Apr
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
Best
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Oct–May. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C) low), wettest Jul (10 rain days), driest Feb (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Cumbres de Majalca National Park: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
5 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
4 rd
Mar
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
6 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Oct
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
6 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
5 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Drive from Highway 45 to the park entrance; 53 km of unpaved roads suitable for hiking, mountain‑biking and 4 WD vehicles. No public transport inside.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Basaseachic Falls National Park
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h each way
Drive north 70 km (43 mi) via Highway 45, then 30 km (19 mi) on local roadDrive north 43 mi (70 km) via Highway 45, then 19 mi (30 km) on local road
Roads can be rough; check conditions in winter.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Rental lodges
Simple rooms; reservations by phone (check number).
Camp sites
Rudimentary sites in park centre and Las Hadas Canyon; basic toilets.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $400–600 MXN (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- Mid
- $600–900 MXN (≈ US$35–50) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Lodge room (double)1 × 1 night × MX$1,200 | MX$1,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × MX$750 | MX$1,500 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × MX$800 · check | MX$1,600 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × MX$500 · check | MX$1,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MX$530 |
| Trip total≈ MX$2,915 per person per day, bed included | MX$5,830≈ US$350 |
2026 estimate in MXN; flights and long‑distance transport excluded.
Prices of common things
| Bottled water (500 ml) | $15–25 MXN (≈ US$1–2) |
| Meal at a simple restaurant | $80–150 MXN (≈ US$5–9) |
| Fuel (liter) | $22–26 MXN (≈ US$2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Black bears are present; keep food sealed and follow park safety signs.
- Winter snowstorms can block high‑elevation trails; check conditions before heading up.
- Summer temperatures can reach 35 °C (95 °F) at lower elevations; bring water and sun protection.Summer temperatures can reach 95 °F (35 °C) at lower elevations; bring water and sun protection.
Emergency numbers
- Police / emergency
- 911
- Tourist assistance
- 078
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police / emergency911
- Tourist assistance078
Embassy
US consulate in Chihuahua (check address); other nations use US embassy in Mexico City.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- CUU → park (rental car, 1 day): ≈ $800 MXN total (check)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis-KOOL-peh)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-syahs)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (KWAHN-toh KWEHS-tah)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the restroom? (DON-deh ehs-TAH el BAH-nyoh)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Cumbres de Majalca National Park. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–May · avoid Jun–Sep (high heat, possible storms) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a 4WD rental for high‑elevation access.
- Include guided wildlife tours for bear safety.
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