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Travel advisory · MexicoSome governments advise against travel to parts of Mexico.The warnings cover only these areas: Colima, Guerrero, Sinaloa, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Federal Highway 199 San Cristóbal de las Casas–Palenque, Guanajuato, south of Highways 43D and 45D, Guatemala border region, Chiapas, Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, Michoacán, Nayarit, within 20 km of Sinaloa and Durango border, Nuevo León, except Monterrey, Piedras Negras, Route 85 Monterrey–Nuevo Laredo, Sonora, Tamaulipas, Tecate, Tijuana, US border region, Zacatecas.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice
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  • Guanajuato, south of Highways 43D and 45D · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, New Zealand
  • Guatemala border region, Chiapas · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, France, New Zealand
  • Lagunas de Zempoala National Park · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, New Zealand
  • Michoacán · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, Germany, New Zealand, UK
  • Nayarit, within 20 km of Sinaloa and Durango border · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, New Zealand
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  • Piedras Negras · avoid non-essential travel · Spain, France
  • Route 85 Monterrey–Nuevo Laredo · avoid non-essential travel · Spain, France
  • Sonora · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, New Zealand
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  • Tecate · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
  • Tijuana · avoid non-essential travel · France, UK
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  • Zacatecas · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, Germany, Spain, France, UK

Also named by one government: Celaya–Irapuato–Salamanca triangle, Guanajuato (France), Culiacán and surrounding area (France), North of Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas (Germany), Route 129 Martinez de la Torre–Teziutlán (France), Route 131 Tapacoyan–Perote (France), Route 180 Martinez de la Torre–Papantla secondary roads (France), Route 40 Monterrey–Reynosa (France), Southern Michoacán from Uruapán to the coast (France), Acapulco (France), Baja California, except Tijuana and Tecate (France), Ciudad Acuña (Spain), Ciudad Juárez and surrounding area (Spain), Ciudad Obregón (France), Coahuila, except southern part (New Zealand), Coatzacoalcos (France), Colonias north and north-east of the Zócalo, Mexico City (France), Durango (France), East Nuevo León, bordering Tamaulipas (France), Guanajuato (Spain), Guanajuato, Highway 45 between León and Irapuato (New Zealand), Guanajuato, south-west of Highway 45D (UK), Jalisco, within 50 km of Michoacán border (Canada), Monclova (Spain), Morelos (France), Nayarit (France), Nogales (France), Non-tourist rural areas of Baja California (Spain), Non-tourist rural areas of Chihuahua (Spain), Non-tourist rural areas of Coahuila (Spain), Non-tourist rural areas of Durango (Spain), Non-tourist rural areas of Sonora (Spain), Northern municipalities of Jalisco (UK), Northern Tamaulipas from San Fernando to US border (Spain), Northern Veracruz bordering Tamaulipas (Spain), Northern Veracruz from Martinez de la Torre (France), Route 150D Puebla–Orizaba (France), Route 190 Oaxaca–Santo Domingo Tehuantepec (France), Route 85 and 83 Monterrey–Ciudad Victoria–Tampico (France), Route 95 Mexico City–Cuernavaca (France), Selva Lacandona (France), South and south-west of Lake Chapala, Jalisco (UK), South-west Jalisco and Los Altos, except Puerto Vallarta (France), South-west Michoacán (France), South-west Tamaulipas (France), Southern Guanajuato state (France), Southern Michoacán south of Morelia (Spain), Strip within 40 km of Guatemalan border, Chiapas (UK), Tepic (New Zealand), Toluca (France), Veracruz city (France)

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El Faro
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El Faro

Climb Cerro del Crestón to El Faro in Mazatlán for 360-degree views over the city, Stone Island and the harbor. Wear proper shoes.

Plan a trip to Mazatlán

El Faro is the lighthouse on Cerro del Crestón, at the southwestern end of Mazatlán, Mexico. Reaching it means a steep hike up the hill, so plan it as a climb rather than a stroll. The reward is a 360-degree view over the city, Stone Island and the harbor. Benches and lookouts line the way up, and friendly cats wander the trail. At the top, take time to look out over the water and the harbor below.

Getting there and parking

El Faro
El Faro

El Faro stands at the most southwestern point of the city, near the harbor. Park near the harbor, close to the entrance for the Baja ferries, and start the hike from there.

If you arrive on a cruise ship, take an Uber up to the hill rather than walking from the port.

The climb and the views

El Faro
El Faro

The path is steep from the start, so wear hiking shoes with good grip and carry water. Benches and lookouts along the way let you stop and catch your breath.

At the top, the view runs across the city, Stone Island, the harbor and the Pacific Ocean. The climb is shadier in the late afternoon, which makes the last stretch more comfortable.

A glass bridge is also located at El Faro. It is an add-on and carries an extra charge.

FAQ

How do I get to El Faro from a cruise ship?

Take an Uber to reach Cerro del Crestón. It is the easiest option from the port.

Where can I park for El Faro?

Park near the harbor, close to the Baja ferries entry, and hike up from there.

What should I wear for the hike?

Wear proper hiking shoes and bring water for the steep ascent.

When is the best time to go?

Go late in the day, before closing around sunset, when the stairs are shaded and the views are good.

Are there places to rest on the way up?

Yes. Benches and lookouts are placed along the trail.

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