What to do in the magical town of Creel, Chihuahua?
The Creel Sierra Tarahumara Station is a train station located in Creel, Chihuahua. The station is an important point on the Chihuahua to the Pacific Railway, where services such as the Chepe Express and the Chepe Regional terminate at the station. The Creel Sierra Tarahumara Station is 2,240 meters above sea level. According to the 2020 INEGI census, 4,642 people live in the town of Creel.
Thanks to its proximity to the Copper Canyon, its number of services dedicated to hospitality, its access roads, valleys and waterfalls, it is considered the gateway to the Sierra Tarahumara and the Copper Canyon, the The town has all the necessary services and infrastructure, so both Rarámuri and mestizo inhabitants (chabóames/chabochis) from all latitudes, as well as national and international tourists, converge here to prepare their visits, maps, routes and provisions to enter the the confines of the copper ravines in the Sierra Tarahumara and embark on the discovery of one of the most fascinating and spectacular places in our country.
If you want to know more about the history of the magical town of Creel, visit our blog, there you will find many interesting and surprising articles about this place.
The Weather in Creel
According to data from the National Meteorological Service from 1951-2010, in Creel, during the course of the year, temperatures generally vary from -5 °C to 28 °C, with the hottest season being the month of May to September and being the hottest month, July. The cold season, when temperatures can reach below 0°C, is from November to March and the coldest month is January, which is when there is the greatest chance of snowfall. In Creel and its surroundings, there are on average 4 days with snowfall per year. On the other hand, the rainy season runs from July to September with an accumulated annual precipitation of 704 millimeters. In Creel the temperature rarely drops below -6°C or rises above 31°C.
So now you know, depending on the time of year you come, come well prepared with clothing and accessories that you consider and if you come in your own vehicle, or plan to use bicycles, motorcycles or razors, bring them in good condition or with your tool kit for any unforeseen event because adventure and dirt roads, trails and gaps await you!
How to get there?
The magical town of Creel is located southwest of the city of Chihuahua. There are 260 kilometers that take 3 and a half hours on the road from the capital, the bus trip from the city of Chihuahua can take up to 5 and a half hours due to the stops it makes and the road conditions. It can also be accessed by the Chihuahua-Pacific Railway, better known as CHEPE, and will soon be able to be visited by plane from different parts of the country and the United States, since its international airport is expected to be inaugurated in 2023.
On our main page you can find more detailed information about all the options to get to Creel and more.
What to visit in Creel and its surroundings?
Arareko Lake and Elephant Stone.
Mission of San Ignacio de Arareko.
Craft House Museum.
The overhang of the Copper Canyon.
Copper Canyon Adventure Park.
Recowata hot springs.
Center of Creel and its churches, one of them in the neo-Gothic style.
Valleys of mushrooms, monks and frogs.
Fertility stone in Pitorreal.
Waterfall and temple of Cusárare.
Christ the King Viewpoint.
Rukiraso waterfall.
Situreachi Dam in San Juanito.
And a little further away, but totally worth a visit, are the Basaseachi waterfall in the municipality of Ocampo, the magical town of Batopilas in the municipality of Batopilas de Goméz Morin and the Mennonite museum in the municipality of Cuauhtémoc, all within the state of Chihuahua.
In our places section you can find detailed information about each of these destinations around Creel, times, prices, access, coordinates and recommendations.
What activities to do in Creel and its surroundings?
Hiking/walks.
Tours guided by people from the communities.
Mountain biking and participate in events like “La Onza”.
ATV or Razer and participate in events like “Cuervos Negros”.
Boat with rows ($150/hour per boat for 6 adults).
Horseback riding ($100 for half an hour of riding).
Observation of flora and fauna.
Picnic, roast carnitas.
Meditate/pray and relax.
Camping.
Rent a cabin in the surrounding area.
Take photos/videos, use drone.
Practice for marathons and participate and/or watch ultra marathons like thefrom “Caballo Blanco”.
Know and learn about the Rarámuri culture and the rural communities of thearea.
Purchase of Rarámuri crafts and products directly from the artisan.
Purchase and tasting gastronomic products from the region.
Be within the festivities of Creel or Rarámuri culture (as long as it ishas the authorization of the community authorities).
Data
Coordinates: 27°45'11.13"N and 107°38'3.71"W.
Entry fee: Applies to specific destinations.
Best season to visit: August to October.
Travel time: Minimum stay two nights.
Accessibility: Vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, bus, train and soonplane.
Conclusions
Without a doubt, you will love the magical town of Creel and its surroundings as they offer you an unforgettable and unique landscape in the world, with options for all types of tastes and interests, from the cultural to the risky and for the whole family. .
Get ready to live a unique experience!
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