Laguna del Valle de las Garzas
Urban lagoon ringed by mangroves between Salagua and the Valle de las Garzas neighborhood, one of Manzanillo's most important wetlands. It is home to herons, ducks and cormorants, fish and American crocodiles: the port authority reports more than 230 individuals. It is on the municipality's bird-watching route and is best enjoyed from the shore and at a distance.
Services
- Nature observation
Hours
Open all day
Location
Está en la zona urbana de Manzanillo, entre Salagua y la colonia Valle de las Garzas, sobre la ruta de Manzanillo hacia Santiago (por Las Brisas).
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Distances
Laguna del Valle de las Garzas is in the municipality of Manzanillo, about 63 km as the crow flies from Jardín Libertad, in the center of the city of Colima, and about 4.6 km from Jardín Álvaro Obregón, in Manzanillo.
What to bring
Basic gear for fishing from the shore or a boat.
- Telescopic rod with reel Fits in any suitcase or trunk; great to start with.
- Spinning reel loaded with line A medium spinning reel works for almost anything.
- 108-piece lure and hook kit Plenty of variety to see what bites.
To go further
- Inflatable 2-person kayak For the lagoon · To paddle lagoons like El Carrizalillo and La María.
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What is nearby
These places in the guide are close to Laguna del Valle de las Garzas, with their approximate straight-line distance, so you can plan a fuller outing:
- Plaza Mercado del Valle de las Garzas Markets · less than 1 km away
- Mercado Alternativo de Las Brisas (viernes por la tarde) Tianguis · 1.1 km
- Tianguis La Pulga (domingos) Tianguis · 2.5 km
- Tortugario Manzanillo (Playa Azul, Salagua) Beaches · 2.7 km
- Playa Las Brisas Beaches · 3.1 km
More in Manzanillo
The most important port on the Mexican Pacific and a tourist paradise with beautiful beaches, crystal-clear bays, and a vibrant nightlife. A destination that combines commerce, adventure, and relaxation by the sea.
The guide has 24 places in Manzanillo. Explore the municipality of Manzanillo.
More from this category in other municipalities: Estero Palo Verde, Laguna de Alcuzahue, Laguna de Amela. See all: Lakes.
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