Huasteca Potosina
Within the lush, remote region of northeastern San Luis Potosí lies a true hidden gem, Huasteca Potosina. Roughly 640 km (397 miles, or about 6-8 hours by car) North of Mexico City, the Huasteca Potosina region covers about 11,400 km and is often called one of Mexico’s best-kept natural wonders. The rivers here flow eastward, often tumbling into mesmerizing turquoise pools.
The region is a mix of tropical jungle, spectacular waterfalls, secret grottos and a rich indigenous culture.
The best time to visit is between October-April with the rainy season typically occurring between May-September. The climate is hot and tropical with temperatures averaging around 26 °C (78.8 °F) year-round. We visited the following points of interest: Col el Meco, Tamasopo, Puentes de Dios, and Minas Viejas.
Notable sites (and future guided tours) in this area include:
“Tamal" - the highest waterfall (~105 m / 345 ft) in the region featuring dazzling blue waters.
“Micos” - Seven waterfalls in a series offering adventures such as cliff diving, jumping, and river excursions
“Cascadas de Tamasopo“ - a series of three waterfalls flowing into natural swimming holes, all shaded by the dense forest, offering a great spot to relax and enjoy a swim.
“Cascadas de Minas Viejas“ - Seven cascading waterfalls flowing over limestone terraces into crystal clear pools. They are beautifully photogenic and are often less crowded than Tamul.
“Laguna de la Media Luna” - geo-thermal spring waters beckoning swimmers and snorkelers
“Puentes de Dios“ - a cenote-like gorge requiring a river hike/swim to visit.
