Do you want to connect with nature? 5 places to hike in Querétaro

We know that after so much time taking care of the sanitary measures for COVID-19, a space for disconnection is necessary and nothing better than a place outdoors and surrounded by nature to take a nice walk. Fortunately, we have a variety of places and routes for hiking in Querétaro, with wonderful views where you can take a walk and enjoy nature in the company of friends or family.

Hiking is classified as a non-competitive sport and according to your physical condition you can select the route that best suits you.

All these spaces have sanitary measures for access, they are very safe and some of them offer you food and drink options.

We recommend that you bring a raincoat, hiking boots or comfortable tennis shoes, a change of shoes, sunscreen and enough water. We also advise you to bring light snacks to keep you energized.

1. La Beata Natural Park

La Beata is an ecological reserve located just 30 minutes from Querétaro, which has a mixed oak and pine forest where you will find a small lake, as well as two streams that converge in the rainy season.

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As part of the activities you can do are bird watching, walking along its beautiful trails, bridges to see the flora and fauna and camping to enjoy the full experience.

Here you will also find two very comfortable areas, equipped for the consumption of food and drinks.

Pets, bicycles and motorcycles are not allowed in this space. The cost of access to the parking lot is $20, access to the park is $30 per adult and $15 for children.

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2. Sawdust

Just 45 minutes from the city of Querétaro is El Aserrín, an excellent option to spend a day in nature and do outdoor activities.

The trail lends itself to mountain biking or a gentle walk to its waterfall, barely hidden between the mountains. Later, you can take a break on the shores of the lake.

This space offers you a 4.5 kilometer round trip trail where you can observe all kinds of fauna and flora of the region, you can enter with pets and there is no access cost.

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4. Rancho el Ameyal

El Ameyal is an agroecological ranch located at the foot of the mountain where you can go hiking, bio-construction and permaculture activities or enjoy one of the picnics that this beautiful space offers you.

It has a circular route of approximately 5 km that invites you to enjoy its leafy trees, variety of flora and fauna, as well as beautiful waterfalls.

Forget about everything and enjoy one of your three private experiences with a country meal designed by different chefs who use organic ingredients from the region.

5. Joya la Barreta Natural Park

Nestled in the mountainous area of Santa Rosa Jáuregui, you can find this Municipal Park that has the objective of conserving the region's oak forest reserve.

You can find different alternatives for leisure activities, such as hiking, environmental education, mountain biking and also has a barbecue area.

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Finally, we recommend you use this application, where you can review the pre-established routes that other walkers marked and thus know the distances of any route.