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Coquimatlán

Agricultural tradition

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This municipality stands out for its strong agricultural tradition and its history tied to the railroad. Its rural landscapes, with corn, sugarcane, and livestock farms, show the simple and authentic life of Colima. Coquimatlán is also a place for community and tradition, where the hospitality of its people invites visitors to experience a more intimate and peaceful side of the state.

Attractions11

Rivers

El Sauce

El Sauce es un balneario y restaurante rodeado de naturaleza. Ofrece aguas cristalinas para nadar, áreas de descanso y comida típica de la región, ideal para disfrutar en familia.

Rivers

Las Huertas del Chical

Spring feeding calm, shallow pools among fruit orchards in the community of El Chical, Coquimatlán. It is a simple place for a family day: swimming, walking and mountain biking, plus a small eatery run by locals serving fried fish. There is an entrance fee.

Rivers

Los Amiales

Bonito balneario natural de aguas cristalinas y frescas que brotan de manantiales, creando pozas ideales para nadar y relajarse. Rodeado de vegetación exuberante, el entorno ofrece sombra natural y un ambiente tranquilo perfecto para descansar y disfrutar en familia. Las aguas poco profundas y la corriente suave lo hacen seguro para todas las edades. Además de las pozas naturales, el área cuenta con espacios para hacer picnic y descansar, proporcionando una experiencia de contacto directo con la naturaleza.

Rivers

Parajes

El Balneario Parajes es un espacio natural en Coquimatlán, Colima, con aguas cristalinas, áreas verdes y zonas de descanso, ideal para nadar y disfrutar en familia.

Parks

Parque Ecológico El Palapo

Ecological park in the Agua Zarca ejido, in the municipality of Coquimatlán, with large green areas, trails, a play area and spaces to gather and picnic under the trees. It is a reserve where visitors can interact with local wildlife in a calm, fresh setting, ideal for a family day outside the city.

Heritage

Museo Comunitario de Coquimatlán Ramón Navarro Osorio

Museum and historical archive in downtown Coquimatlán that introduces visitors to the customs and artistic expressions of the municipality throughout its history. It is named after Ramón Navarro Osorio in recognition of his work promoting local culture. Admission is free and guided tours are offered.

Pools & spas

Balneario El Paraíso (Coquimatlán)

Family swimming spot a few minutes from downtown Coquimatlán, next to the Los Amiales river, on the Water Route. It offers clear, mild water, green areas and palapas, a camping zone, food for sale, restrooms and showers, parking, tables, chairs and grills. Not to be confused with El Paraíso beach in Armería.

Pools & spas

Balneario Las Peñitas

Natural swimming spot in Jala, Coquimatlán, named after a tall rock (peña) on the riverbank. It has clear water for swimming, green areas for picnics, a camping area and local food including seafood; experienced swimmers jump from the top of the rock. Pets are allowed and it is part of the Coquimatlán Water Route.

Pools & spas

Balneario Piedra Acampanada

Natural swimming spot in Pueblo Juárez, Coquimatlán, made up of clear spring-fed pools (official guides describe the water as thermal). It is a quiet, shaded place with palapas, grills, trails through the vegetation, a zip line and kayak rental. Camping is possible and pets are welcome under supervision. There is an entrance fee; bring cash, as cell signal is limited.

Pools & spas

Balneario Póksika

Eco-friendly swimming spot in the Jala ejido, Coquimatlán, on a clear river surrounded by tropical vegetation. It has green areas for picnics, hiking, a camping zone and a restaurant serving wood-fired seafood and river crayfish. It is part of the Coquimatlán Water Route, close to Las Peñitas and Piedra Acampanada.

Pools & spas

Las Trancas (Peñitas)

Riverside swimming spot and restaurant in the Jala ejido, Coquimatlán, known for its cool, bluish water. It is one of the stops of the Coquimatlán Water Route, next to Las Peñitas and Póksika. It has parking, restrooms, river access and a restaurant serving seafood and home-style food. There is an entrance fee.

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