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Prismas Basalticos, Huasca de Ocampo

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Geologic Formation · Nature / Park

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See an unusual geological formation at Prismas Basalticos, a set of tall basalt columns through which a stream of water runs. Located in a scenic ravine, the cluster of thin, matchstick-like columns owes its striking form to the slow cooling of volcanic lava. First championed by German explorer and intellectual Alexander von Humboldt, the natural attraction today benefits from the addition of stairs, walkways, and bridges, making it easy to get up close. Use our Huasca de Ocampo day trip planning app to visit Prismas Basalticos on your trip to Huasca de Ocampo, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.

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Tours to Prismas Basalticos

FROM $323 BOOK WITH VIATOR Pueblos Magicos & Basaltic Prisms Private Tour Pueblos Magicos & Basaltic Prisms Private Tour

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Duration: 12 hours

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FROM $110 BOOK WITH VIATOR Real del Monte and Basaltic Prisms: Private Tour From Mexico City Real del Monte and Basaltic Prisms: Private Tour From Mexico City

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Duration: 11 hours

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FROM $138 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hidalgo Mágico (Basaltic prisms, real del monte, Pachuca) Hidalgo Mágico (Basaltic prisms, real del monte, Pachuca)

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Duration: 12 to 13 hours

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By 20julietad

Is a good place to walk, is very calm, they sell food and here and it is very chap. You should wear a sweater because it's cold

Is a good place to walk, is very calm, they sell food and here and it is very chap. You should wear a sweater because it's cold more »
By 2atlas

One of the natural wonders of Mexico is just a couple hours drive from of Mexico City. The park was easy to find and parking was easy (at least if you arrive early like we did). It’s also good to...

One of the natural wonders of Mexico is just a couple hours drive from of Mexico City. The park was easy to find and parking was easy (at least if you arrive early like we did). It’s also good to... more »

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By Filip Řezníček

Entrance is 100mxn per person. Not crowded but it's handy do drive in your car/taxi otherwise it's harder to get there. Nice place!

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By Carolina Ponce

Beautiful place! Unfortunately there is little information about the amazing geological nature of this place. Mother nature is amazing. The river has dried out, but the waterfall is still magnificent. It has amazing views and the water dam next to it is definitely worth it. There are plenty activities around and places to eat as well.

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