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National Parks and Protected Areas Near Arrecife Alacranes National Park in Mexico

Examine the geographic context surrounding Arrecife Alacranes National Park through a regional atlas of protected areas. This collection identifies nearby natural landscapes and marine reserves within the Gulf of Mexico, providing a clear perspective on the spatial distribution and environmental terrain of these conserved territories.

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Coral AtollMarine Protected AreaRamsar WetlandBird Nesting SiteGulf of Mexico

Largest coral atoll in the southern Gulf of Mexico with protected island ecosystems

Arrecife Alacranes National Park

Arrecife Alacranes National Park is a marine protected area encompassing a coral atoll system in the Gulf of Mexico, situated approximately 125 kilometers off the northern coast of Yucatán state in southeastern Mexico. This reef complex represents the largest atoll formation in the southern Gulf of Mexico and forms part of the broader Campeche Bank archipelago, a region of significant ecological importance in the western Caribbean. The park protects not only the coral reef structure itself but also a chain of five vegetated islands that emerge from the reef, creating a unique habitat where marine and terrestrial ecosystems intersect. The park was formally designated as a national park and additionally recognized as a Ramsar Wetland in 2008, reflecting its international significance as a critical habitat for seabirds and marine biodiversity.

Location
Mexico
Park type
National park
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Nearby parks around Arrecife Alacranes National Park

This regional map shows the same 20 nearby parks ranked below around Arrecife Alacranes National Park. Select a ranked marker to highlight that park’s boundary where boundary data is available.
Reference park: Arrecife Alacranes National ParkRanked nearby park20 nearby parks shown
20 nearby parks

Geographic proximity, directional separation, and comparative regional park landscapes

Ranked Protected Areas and Parks Near Arrecife Alacranes National Park

Examine the ranked collection of nearby protected areas situated at varying geographic distances from Arrecife Alacranes National Park to evaluate surrounding environmental patterns. Structured spatial metrics and recorded characteristics provide a reliable basis for comparing regional marine and terrestrial landscapes.
National parkMexico
About 143 km away#1 closest

South

Dzibilchantún National Park: Protected Landscape in Mexico's Atlas

Mapped boundaries and regional geography for this national park.

Delve into the protected landscape of Dzibilchantún National Park, a significant national park situated within Mexico. This entry offers a detailed look at its geographic positioning, mapped park boundaries, and its role within the national atlas of protected areas. Understand the specific landscape context and regional geography that define Dzibilchantún National Park for comprehensive exploration.

Area
5.39 km²
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
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Nature reserveYucatán
About 169 km away#2 closest

South

Cuxtal Ecological Reserve: Mapping the Protected Landscape and Geography of Yucatán

Nature reserve featuring critical groundwater recharge and historic cultural sites.

Cuxtal Ecological Reserve represents a significant protected area in Yucatán, Mexico, known for its strategic role in supplying water to Mérida. The landscape encompasses a vast expanse of seasonally dry low deciduous forest, interspersed with limestone karst formations, historic hacienda complexes, and archaeological remnants. This unique reserve provides essential habitats for migratory birds and local fauna while demonstrating the integration of environmental research, cultural heritage, and sustainable land management in a rapidly developing region.

Area
107.57 km²
Established
1993
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
Wildlife reserveQuintana Roo
About 287 km away#3 closest

East

Área de Protección de Flora y Fauna Yum Balam: Protected Wildlife Reserve Atlas and Geography

A diverse coastal mosaic in northern Quintana Roo, Mexico.

Discover the mapped landscape of Área de Protección de Flora y Fauna Yum Balam, a critical wildlife reserve on the Yucatan Peninsula. This protected area features a unique combination of semideciduous tropical forests, inland mangrove lagoons, and freshwater wetlands, offering a comprehensive look at the ecological diversity of the northern Caribbean coast.

Area
1,540.52 km²
Established
1994
IUCN
VI
Relief
Lowland
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Biosphere reserveQuintana Roo
About 334 km away#4 closest

Southeast

Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve: Geographic Map and Protected Landscape Overview

Quintana Roo, Mexico coastal wetland and reef geography

Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve protects a diverse coastal environment in Quintana Roo, characterized by low-relief limestone terrain, flooded savannas, and the expansive Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. This entry provides a structured look at the reserve's protected land boundaries, petenes ecosystems, and integrated Maya archaeological corridors found throughout this tropical territory.

Area
5,281.47 km²
Established
1986
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
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National parkQuintana Roo
About 348 km away#5 closest

Southeast

Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park: National Park Protected Landscape and Map Exploration

Discover the geographic boundaries and regional context.

Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park represents a significant protected national park within the Quintana Roo region. This page provides detailed atlas-style information about its protected landscape, enabling users to explore its defined boundaries and understand its place in the broader geographic context of Mexico. Discover the mapped terrain and the structured facts that illuminate this vital conservation area.

Area
120 km²
Established
1996
IUCN
II
Climate
Tropical
Protected landscapeCampeche
About 461 km away#6 closest

Southwest

Laguna de Términos Protected Landscape: Geography and Mapped Boundaries in Campeche

Coastal wetland conservation and deltaic landscape patterns

Positioned along the southwestern edge of the Yucatán Peninsula, Laguna de Términos is a central coastal lagoon protected for its high biological productivity and extensive mangrove forests. This geographic overview highlights the interaction between major river systems, tidal channels, and the Gulf of Mexico that define this essential wetland landscape.

Area
7,050.16 km²
Established
1994
Water
Water-dominated
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Biosphere reservePetén Department
About 506 km away#7 closest

South

Maya Biosphere Reserve: Geographic Overview and Protected Landscapes in Petén

Tropical forest ecosystems and ancient archaeological mapping

Covering roughly one-fifth of Guatemala, the Maya Biosphere Reserve represents a pioneering model of zoned conservation. The landscape features a complex mosaic of lowland rainforests, savanna patches, and seasonal wetlands formed over a weathered limestone platform. This atlas summary examines the reserve's ecological boundaries, its vital role in protecting Mesoamerican biodiversity, and the concentration of pre-Columbian cities located across the Petén Department.

Area
21,602 km²
Established
1990
Relief
Mixed relief
Climate
Tropical
National parkAmbergris Caye
About 507 km away#8 closest

South

Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve: Belize National Park & Marine Reserve Atlas

Explore Ambergris Caye's unique barrier island and reef geography.

Discover the extensive protected territory of Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve, a critical national park and marine reserve situated on Ambergris Caye, Belize. This protected area showcases a rich diversity of landscapes, from rare littoral forests and inland wetlands to vital coral reefs and sea grass beds integral to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System. Its unique geographic position and ecological significance make it a key destination for understanding Belize's conservation landscapes and mapped marine environments.

Area
62.8 km²
Established
1996
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
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Protected areaBelize
About 570 km away#9 closest

South

El Pilar Archaeological Protected Area: Maya Monuments and Forested Landscapes in Belize

Binational heritage zone on the Belize and Guatemala border

El Pilar is a significant Maya archaeological site characterized by its vast collection of plazas and causeways that span the international frontier. The protected area features extensive tropical broadleaf forest that cloaks ancient stone monuments, showcasing an integrated approach to cultural heritage and ecological conservation within the Belize River valley escarpment.

Area
20 km²
Established
1998
Relief
Upland
Climate
Tropical
National parkCayo District
About 574 km away#10 closest

South

Guanacaste National Park National Park: Explore its Protected Landscape and Geographic Setting

Mapped natural terrain and regional context within Cayo District.

Delve into the specifics of Guanacaste National Park, a protected national park located in the Cayo District of Belize. This detail page is designed for atlas exploration, offering insights into the park's geographic boundaries and its significance as a defined natural landscape. Understand how this protected area fits into the regional geography and contributes to the mapped natural heritage of Belize.

Area
0.2 km²
Established
1973
IUCN
II
Climate
Tropical
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Wildlife reserveTabasco
About 579 km away#11 closest

South

Cañón del Usumacinta Wildlife Reserve: Geography and Protected Area Mapping in Tabasco, Mexico

Tropical rainforest, karst cenotes, and riverine canyons

Cañón del Usumacinta represents an ecologically significant protected landscape in southeastern Mexico. This wildlife reserve features high evergreen rainforest, prominent river rapids, and karst geological features such as cenotes and caves. The reserve maintains critical biological continuity through its position in the Mesoamerican Biological Corridor, bridging remote riverine terrain with significant Maya archaeological sites.

Area
461.28 km²
Established
2005
Relief
Mixed relief
Climate
Tropical
National parkCayo District
About 588 km away#12 closest

South

St. Herman's Blue Hole National Park: National Park Protected Landscape and Geographic Setting

Mapped Boundaries and Regional Landscape Context in Cayo District

St. Herman's Blue Hole National Park is an integral protected landscape within Belize, situated in the Cayo District. This national park offers specific geographic features and mapped boundaries essential for understanding its place within regional conservation. MoriAtlas provides detailed context for exploring the park's protected terrain and its contribution to the broader geographic atlas, focusing on landscape identity and mapped outlines for analytical discovery.

Area
2 km²
Established
1986
Climate
Tropical
Access
Easy access
National parkCayo District
About 597 km away#13 closest

South

Elijio Panti National Park: Protected Landscape and Regional Geography in Cayo District

Explore the mapped boundaries and geographic features of this national park.

Elijio Panti National Park offers a unique focus on protected landscape discovery within Belize. Situated in the Cayo District, this national park provides a specific geographic anchor for understanding natural terrain and mapped boundaries. The page details its identity as a protected area, contributing to a structured atlas of conservation lands and regional geography.

Area
52.645 km²
Established
2001
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
National parkCayo District
About 606 km away#14 closest

South

Chiquibul National Park: Detailed Protected Area and National Park Geography

Explore mapped boundaries within Belize's Cayo District.

Chiquibul National Park offers a critical lens through which to view Belize's protected natural areas. As a designated national park located in the Cayo District, it provides essential data for understanding the extent and geographic positioning of conservation landscapes. Users can engage with detailed map information to trace the park's borders and appreciate its role within the national atlas of protected territories.

Area
1,073 km²
Established
1995
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
National parkStann-Creek District
About 615 km away#15 closest

South

Mayflower Bocawina National Park: Tropical Forest, Waterfalls & Maya Sites Atlas

Explore the mapped protected landscape and geographic context of this Belizean park.

Mayflower Bocawina National Park presents a rich tapestry of dense tropical forest, dramatic waterfalls, and significant Maya archaeological sites within Belize's Stann-Creek District. As a protected national park, it offers unique opportunities for exploring its mapped terrain, natural biodiversity, and the historical landscape of ancient civilizations. Its conservation status highlights the importance of understanding such protected areas within a broader regional geography and atlas framework.

Area
28.33 km²
Established
2001
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Natural monumentChiapas
About 622 km away#16 closest

South

Yaxchilan Natural Monument: Geography and Protected Rainforest Boundaries in Chiapas

A mapped overview of river-cradled jungle terrain.

Yaxchilan encompasses a vital protected landscape within the Chiapas rainforest, centered on the dynamic Usumacinta River meander. This park record maps the intersection of tropical forest ecosystems and historical monument sites, offering a grounded look at the physical terrain, river-borne geography, and the natural corridors preserved within this distinct Mexican natural monument.

Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
Access
Moderate access
Scope
Terrestrial
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Protected areaChiapas
About 622 km away#17 closest

Southwest

Cascadas de Agua Azul: A Geological and Hydrological Survey of the Chiapas Protected Area

Limestone canyons, rainforest biodiversity, and river hydrology

Cascadas de Agua Azul offers a unique perspective on the karst terrain of Chiapas, Mexico. The site features shallow canyons carved by the Otulún and Tulijá rivers, sustained by a humid microclimate that supports dense mountain rainforest. This protected area acts as a crucial link in the regional conservation network, safeguarding limestone-rich soil environments and diverse habitats for migratory and endemic bird species.

Relief
Upland
Climate
Tropical
Access
Moderate access
Scope
Terrestrial
Protected areaChiapas
About 624 km away#18 closest

South

Área de protección de flora y fauna Nahá-Metzabok: A Protected Landscape in Chiapas

Mapping tropical rainforests, karst hydrology, and cultural heritage

The Área de protección de flora y fauna Nahá-Metzabok serves as a vital corridor in the Lacandon Jungle, protecting humid rainforests and rare montane cloud forest habitats. Its rugged karst terrain is characterized by prehistoric rock-art caves and critical aquatic systems that sustain regional river basins, offering a layered study of ecological and cultural significance in southern Mexico.

Area
8,617.49 km²
Established
1998
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Wildlife reserveChiapas
About 639 km away#19 closest

South

Área de protección de flora y fauna Chan-Kin: Mapped Wildlife Reserve and Forest Landscape

Exploring protected tropical lowland ecosystems in eastern Chiapas

Área de protección de flora y fauna Chan-Kin represents a critical conservation node within the Selva Lacandona. This protected area maintains a continuous high-canopy forest structure, playing a decisive role in regional biodiversity and the persistence of wide-ranging tropical species across the Usumacinta basin.

Area
121.85 km²
Established
1992
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
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Protected areaMexico
About 645 km away#20 closest

South

Bonampak Protected Area: Geography and Landscape Context of the Lacandon Rainforest

An archaeological and natural monument in Chiapas, Mexico

Bonampak encompasses a rich protected area within the Lacandon rainforest, featuring low-lying jungle terrain and significant cultural heritage sites. This atlas entry examines the physical geography, including the site proximity to the Usumacinta River tributaries, and the preservation of continuous tropical canopy that defines the regional biodiversity and cultural landscape.

Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
Scope
Terrestrial
Water
Minor water
Distance methodology

Geographic measurements, not driving distances

How nearby park distances are calculated

Distances use park boundaries whenever the available geometry allows it. When one or both boundaries are missing, the mapped park locations provide a clearly labelled estimate. Every value represents straight-line geographic separation and does not use roads or routing.

Boundary distance

Calculated between the nearest points of both park boundaries.

Location-to-boundary estimate

Estimated from one mapped park location to the nearest boundary of the other park.

Mapped-location estimate

Estimated between the mapped locations of both parks.

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Continue Exploring Arrecife Alacranes National Park's Geographic Identity and Protected Boundaries

Delve deeper into the mapped landscape of Arrecife Alacranes National Park to understand its specific geographic setting and protected area status within Mexico. Examining its context aids in appreciating the broader patterns of marine national parks and their contribution to regional geography. This exploration offers structured insights for anyone interested in the atlas-level details of protected lands and their ecological significance.