CAMPING
In Toluca?s surrounding areas you?ll
find many pleasant and relaxing nature areas with an abundant offering of
indigenous wildlife. All you have to do is pitch a tent, kick back, and enjoy
the clear skies and absolute serenity.
Parque Nacional Insurgente Miguel Hidalgo (La Marquesa). Located
32 km (20 mi) east of Toluca, off Highway 15. This
national park, which covers an area of 1580 hectares
(3,903 acres),
lies in a large valley with a cool climate. The park has an important
ecological conservation center. The designated camping
areas, security service, picnic tables, barbecue pits and other amenities make
this national park the ideal spot for family outings.
Parque Nacional Nevado de Toluca. Located 48
km (30 mi) southeast of Toluca, along Highway 134. This
national park has the fourth highest mountain in the country, which is 4558 meters
(15,041 feet)
above sea level. This is one of the main nature areas in the Toluca
valley region. This national park has a recreational area, known as Los Venados, which has camping grounds, a lodge, food service
and security.
Parque Nacional Bosencheve. Located
65 km
(40 mi)
northeast of Toluca,
off Highway 15. This national park covers about 15,000 hectares
(37,050
acres) and it lies
on top of one of the most important waters sources in the Valley
of Mexico.
This
beautiful national park has camping areas where you can observe indigenous
flora and fauna in a totally safe environment.