Mexico
MEXICO CITY
HIKING
RUNNING
CLIMBING
Climbing Walls and Gyms
Bouldering & top rope
Natural protected area in the south of the city. It's known for its gravel running track, picnic spots and bird-watching—no pets are allowed.
It has various short trails, good for training to run on hills and uneven terrain.
Unfortunately, there have been serious safety issues over the years.
Viveros de Coyoacán
Running
Popular gravel running track in south of the city, Coyoacán borough. It’s approximately a 2 km-loop. This is where we feel the most comfortable running but there have been a few safety issues.
There are lots of spots for picnics and other activities—no pets are allowed. It’s located within walking distance from the center of Coyoacán.
Bosque de Chapultepec
Running & Sightseeing
This park is like New York's Central Park or London's Hyde Park, but in Mexico City—and it's much, much bigger. While it’s mostly thought of as a tourist and cultural attraction, both for locals and foreigners, Chapultepec is a perfect introduction to some out-of-the-box running.
Its many paths offer the chance to try off-road running for the first time and practice varying inclinations. The man-made lakes are unswimmable (and gross) but a great way to practice a bit of rowing before committing to kayaking somewhere else.
Bosque de Tlalpan
Hiking & Trail Running
Natural protected area in the south of the city. It's known for its gravel running track, picnic spots and bird-watching—no pets are allowed.
It has various short trails, good for training to run on hills and uneven terrain.
Unfortunately, there have been serious safety issues over the years.
Los Dinamos
Running, Hiking & Climbing
Located in the Magdalena Contreras borough, southwestern Mexico City, Los Dinamos really is a hidden gem sprawling over 2,400 hectares (5,900 acres). It’s not easy to get to without a car, but once you manage to arrive it’s like you’re in the middle of a mountainside town.
Los Dinamos has the only clean-ish river in the city! It’s divided into four sections, each one more rugged than the next. Locals go here to train for races, hike on the weekend, practice rock climbing or try slacklining. Which one will you pick?
HIKING
RUNNING
HIDALGO
CLIMBING
Mineral del Chico
Hiking & Trail Running
This once-mining town may be tiny but it is becoming the crowning jewel of adventure sports. Located within the El Chico National Park, it's hard to believe this mountainous forest is just a two-hours drive from Mexico City.
There are many campgrounds located near the many forest trails. We did a trail run there once, have hiked there a couple of times and we worked on our orienteering skills during our mountaineering course.
Mineral del Chico
Rock Climbing and Via Ferrata
The El Chico National Park has become a haven for rock climbing, especially bouldering.
The nearby mountains are a popular spot for via ferrata outings and rappelling, open to anyone willing to give it a try.
As far as I know, it's pretty safe and the climbing community is thriving there.
MORELOS
OPEN WATER SWIMMING
TRIATHLON
Las Estacas
Open Water Swimming & Triathlon
This beautiful private resort is built around a 1K river, just a couple of hours outside Mexico City.
It has many accommodation options, restaurants, pools, a bar, and a spa. It’s also a venue for many sports events throughout the year.
It's a bit pricey but the safety, beauty and cleanliness is worth it.
HIKING
KAYAKING
PADDLE BOARD
OAXACA
Oaxaca
Hiking & Watersports
This once-mining town may be tiny but it is becoming the crowning jewel of adventure sports. Located within the El Chico National Park, it's hard to believe this mountainous forest is just a two-hours drive from Mexico City.
There are many campgrounds located near the many forest trails. We did a trail run there once, have hiked there a couple of times and we worked on our orienteering skills during our mountaineering course.
SAN LUIS POTOSÍ
HIKING
RAFTING
CANYONEERING
Huasteca Potosina
Hiking, rafting, canyoneering
This beautiful private resort is built around a 1K river, just a couple of hours outside Mexico City.
It has many accommodation options, restaurants, pools, a bar, and a spa. It’s also a venue for many sports events throughout the year.
It's a bit pricey but the safety, beauty and cleanliness is worth it.
HIKING
ROCK CLIMBING
QUERÉTARO
Peña de Bernal
Hiking and Rock Climbing
This once-mining town may be tiny but it is becoming the crowning jewel of adventure sports. Located within the El Chico National Park, it's hard to believe this mountainous forest is just a two-hours drive from Mexico City.
There are many campgrounds located near the many forest trails. We did a trail run there once, have hiked there a couple of times and we worked on our orienteering skills during our mountaineering course.
Sierra Gorda
Hiking
This beautiful private resort is built around a 1K river, just a couple of hours outside Mexico City.
It has many accommodation options, restaurants, pools, a bar, and a spa. It’s also a venue for many sports events throughout the year.
It's a bit pricey but the safety, beauty and cleanliness is worth it.
