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For those seeking a refreshing getaway from the hustle and bustle of Mexico City, Balneario Santa Ana in Santa Ana Hueytlalpan, Tulancingo, Hidalgo, presents an ideal option. Located just 90 minutes away via the Mexico-Tuxpan highway, this aquatic park offers a unique experience with its volcanic thermal waters and camping facilities.
What to Expect at Balneario Santa Ana?
The main attraction of Balneario Santa Ana is its natural thermal waters. The park is built over a volcanic thermal water vein, with pool temperatures consistently around 35-36 °C (95-96.8 °F), providing a relaxing and therapeutic experience year-round.
Camping and Accommodation
One of the most appealing features is the opportunity to camp. For just $300 pesos per person, visitors can enjoy two days and one night of camping. This fee includes park entry for both days. However, remember to bring your own tent, as it is not provided.
Camping Rules:
- Camping is allowed in any green area throughout the year, except during Holy Week when a designated camping zone is enabled.
- Prohibited items: pets, glass containers, and gas tanks. Barbecues are available for cooking, and firewood and charcoal are sold on-site.
- After 6:00 PM, only guests with wristbands are allowed to remain in the park.
- Alcoholic beverages are not permitted after 6:00 PM.
- Pools are cleared at 9:00 PM, and the main gate closes at the same time.
- Quiet hours begin at 11:00 PM.
Day Visits and Amenities
For those who prefer a day trip, the park is open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Entrance Fees:
- General Admission: $120 pesos (for individuals taller than one meter).
- Seniors (INAPAM cardholders): $60 pesos.
- People with disabilities: Free entry.
Additional Services:
- Parking: $20 pesos per car or motorcycle on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and during vacation periods.
- Group Steam Bath: Available from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays for $40 pesos per person per hour.
With your admission, you can also use barbecue grills, restrooms, changing rooms, green areas, palapas, and the water slides, which operate on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and during vacation periods.
How to Get There from Mexico City
By Car: The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 30 minutes from Mexico City via the Mexico-Tuxpan highway.
By Public Transportation:
- Take a bus from the Central del Norte, Indios Verdes, or “30-30” stations to Tulancingo.
- Upon arrival at the Tulancingo central bus station, cross to Boulevard Emiliano Zapata.
- Take a microbus heading towards Metepec, Agua Blanca, or Santa Ana Hueytlalpan.
- The journey takes approximately 20 minutes; ask the driver to stop at the balneario.
From Pachuca, take a bus to Tulancingo and follow the same route from its central station.
Important Note: Before traveling, it is advisable to confirm current rates and operating hours by contacting Balneario Santa Ana directly.
Source: adn40.mx
