Yucatan Peninsula The Great Outdoors

The Great Outdoor Recreation Page (www.gorp.com) provides excellent general information for travelers planning on camping or enjoying the outdoors.

Leave No Trace.

Let’s Go

Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics,

www.lnt.org

National Parks And Reserves

Many of Mexico’s lands are classified as national parks and biosphere reserves. There are 93 protected areas (encompassing about 6% of the country) controlled by La Sistema Nacional de Areas Naturales ...more

Wildlife

Mosquitoes Will Consume You. Protect yourself from mosquito bites, which may transmit diseases like malaria. Thick materials and 100% DEET are useful in forested areas. Ticks. To prevent tick bites ...more

Camping And Hiking Equipment

Good camping equipment is both sturdy and light. Sleeping bags: Temperature ratings can be misleading; err on the side of being too warm by choosing a bag for the highest altitude and the coldest ...more

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