Río Incluyente de Picachos (río San Palmar)

Stretch of the San Palmar river in the community of Los Picachos, Villa de Álvarez, with clear water among hills and trees. It is known as the only free-access swimming spot in the state, with restrooms, food stalls and camping space. Every holiday season the municipality sets up the Inclusive River, with a ramp and platforms so people with disabilities can enter the water.

Services

Restrooms
Palapas
Food and drinks
Camping
Hiking
Parking

Hours

Open all day

Location

Los Picachos, Villa de Álvarez

Sobre la carretera Villa de Álvarez-Minatitlán, en la comunidad de Los Picachos, a unos 17 km de Colima (de 15 a 30 minutos desde Villa de Álvarez según la fuente).

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Distances

Río Incluyente de Picachos (río San Palmar) is in the municipality of Villa de Álvarez, about 14 km as the crow flies from Jardín Libertad, in the center of the city of Colima, and about 58 km from Jardín Álvaro Obregón, in Manzanillo.

What to bring

To enjoy the river, pool or lagoon without getting hurt or soaking your things.

Parachute-style hammock Hang it between two trees and rest in the shade.
Rechargeable camping lantern Lights up the whole camp.
Headlamp with red light White light is not used at turtle camps.

To go further

113-liter rigid cooler Ice for days · Keeps ice for several days.

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What is nearby

These places in the guide are close to Río Incluyente de Picachos (río San Palmar), with their approximate straight-line distance, so you can plan a fuller outing:

Piedra de Juluapan Mountains · 2.5 km
Agua Fria Rivers · 3.0 km
Campo 4 (Cerro Grande) Mountains · 5.1 km
Tianguis de Palo Alto (viernes por la tarde) Tianguis · 7.4 km
Sala de la Gráfica de Occidente José Luis Cuevas Heritage · 8.4 km

More in Villa de Álvarez

Next to the capital, this municipality is famous for its traditions, such as the Feria de la Villa, horse parades, and strong cultural identity. A place where urban life and festivities come together.

The guide has 22 places in Villa de Álvarez. Explore the municipality of Villa de Álvarez.

More from this category in other municipalities: Las Huertas del Chical, Manantiales de Zacualpan, Los Amiales. See all: Rivers.