Sierra Gorda

8 Fray Junípero Serra

After a long walk through the forest in Sierra Gorda, nothing better than lying on the floor and breath deeeply. You feel every single muscle of your body, you are sweating, you feel exhausted. But the things you have seen in the previous hours are so amazing that you don’t mind about that. You just close your eyes and keep the beauty in your mind.

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Lying on the ground, feeling the soil

After a long walk through the forest in Sierra Gorda, nothing better than lying on the floor and breath deeeply. You feel every single muscle of your body, you are sweating, you feel exhausted. But the things you have seen in the previous hours are so amazing that you don’t mind about that. You just close your eyes and keep the beauty in your mind.

I love swimming in this river!

Escanela River is one of the most beautiful rivers in Sierra Gorda, a natural protected area in the heart of Mexico. You can swim in clean waters, stay by the riverside, have a beer and rest...

Clouds come towards me as waves in the ocean

I love when clouds move as waves in the sea. That is why we call it “cloud ocean”. This is very common in Sierra Gorda, one of the most beautiful natural protected areas in Mexico.

Sierra Gorda natural reserve

Have you already tried the Sierra Gorda experience? A nature and culture destination in the most ecodiverse area in Mexico. Don`t miss the opportunity, you won’t regret.

Wild strawberries

The first time I saw wild straberries in my life was in Sierra Gorda, Queretaro. These small fruits are really beautiful and delicate. They were wainting for me in a private nature reserve where pumas and jaguars still live.

Lots and lots of mushrooms!

In Sierra Gorda, Queretaro, Mexico, scientists have recently discovered lots of new species of mushrooms. There are more than 150 species and many others still hiding in the forests waiting for you to discover them!

Small treasures in the forest

Sierra Gorda always surprises you. Even if you have been there many times, there is always an incredible place to discover. You always want to go back, and back, and back...

The power of waterfalls

How long could you stay in front of a small cascade just looking at it? I could spend hours doing that in Sierra Gorda, Mexico!

Cozy house in the middle of a cornfield

Walking through the forests in Sierra Gorda, you can find places like this. Isn’t it beautiful?

Picturesque moments

Can you think of anything more picturesque than an ancient stone fence covered with moss? The one in the picture is getting close, but it needs a couple more decades for the moss to grow all over. What’s behind the gate? See for yourself by coming to Sierra Gorda and discovering the many natural treasures that these mountains have to offer.

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