Visit the Nature Reserves
San Quintín’s natural protected areas are perfect places for nature lovers, come and visit the Punta Mazo Nature Reserve and the Monte Ceniza Nature Reserve, both certified by the federal government. Enjoy many outdoor activites: camping, kayaking, spending the day at the beach, trail running, mountain cycling, surfing, and so much more!
Explore this nature reserve located between 40 and 50 minutes from the Transpeninsular Highway and a few kilometers south of La Chorera, in San Quintin.
- Admission is free for daytime visitors.
- Cabins and camping areas (please book at least 2 weeks in advance).
Located 30 minutes from the Transpeninsular Highway, the nature reserve is next to San Quintin’s oyster fields, right in the center is an extinct volcano and a trail.
- Admission is free for daytime visitors.
- Camping areas.
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Punta Mazo
San Quintín’s nature preserves are perfect places for nature lovers. Come and visit the Punta Mazo Nature Reserve, certified by the federal government as a protected area, and enjoy many outdoor activities such as:
- Camping
- Astrophotography
- Picnic by the beach
- Hiking through volcanoes
- Sufing
- Trailrunning
- Birdwatching
This nature reserve is located approximately 50 minutes away from the Transpeninsular Highway and a few kilometers south of La Chorera, in San Quintin.
Admission is free for daytime visitors and cabins and camping areas are available for rent (please book at least 2 weeks in advance).
For more information send us an email to turismo@terrapeninsular.org or via WhatsApp
WHY VISIT A NATURAL AREA?
The protected natural areas of San Quintín are perfect spots for nature lovers.
When we approach a natural landscape, like the beach, wetlands, volcanoes, and dunes, we feel more relaxed than in the city because they help us disconnect from the fast-paced life. We breathe, get inspired, and rest.
There are also groups that visit these areas as part of the ecotourism offerings. Some of these activities include hiking, kayaking, cycling, nature photography, running, nature festivals, environmental education, research, etc. If the landscape disappears, we won’t have natural spaces where we can enjoy these activities.
With respect for nature
“People protect what they love, they love what they understand and they understand what they are taught.”
Jacques Cousteau
1.- Plan ahead and prepare
Learn about the place you plan to visit and prepare the necessary equipment to hike, camp, ride a bike or some other activity.
2.- Travel and camp on durable surfaces
Camping on established campsites and walking on marked trails will help minimize damage to vegetation and keep you safe.
3.- Dispose of waste properly
Carry bags or sacks to take the waste generated during the trip and don’t burn it.
4.- Leave what you find
Allow others to enjoy the place and its beauty, it’s important to leave the site as you found it. Please don’t take shells, rocks or artifacts of historical or archaeological value.
5.- Minimize campfire impacts
Make campfires only in permitted places and make sure to put them out completely.
6.- Respect wildlife
Remember that as a visitor you can protect wildlife and respect the natural environment, keep a safe distance from animals and don’t feed them. Control pet at all times or leave them at home.
7.- Be considerate of other visitors
Respect other visitors who also want to enjoy nature.