Huasca de Ocampo
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◈ This town at the end of the mountain still resonates with the bonanza of days gone by, when the Count of Regla, Pedro Romero de Terreros, built several silver and gold mining estates that made him the richest man of his time.
Today, only ruins remain, giving us a glimpse of the toil of the past. Now they are part of the landscape along with forests and canyons where natural stone columns, waterfalls, dams, and mischievous elves vie for visitors’ attention.
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◆ Visit Hacienda Santa María Regla.
◆ Feast on trout in El Parián.
◆ Fly in a hot-air balloon over the Huasca de Ocampo region.
Walk down into the canyon where the basalt columns rise.
❖ Hacienda de
San Miguel Regla
Considered a natural architectural treasure. Its archways that were once part of the large patios and ovens where silver was extracted are still standing.
In addition to being an industrial facility removing silver, it was one of the Count of Regla’s favorite houses.
❖ Museo de los Duendes
This museum is a small wooden house where you can learn all about elves through a series of true stories about children, adults, and horses who had close encounters with these creatures who, unlike what is usually believed about them, are here to protect and care for us.
❖ Prismas basálticos
These angular basalt rock columns can be viewed from a long, hanging bridge, suspended 131 feet high. From this vantage point, the view of down the canyon is spectacular. You can see the hundreds of geometric rock formations and the falls that are created by the nearby dams.
You can also venture down to the bottom to get a closer look at these columns that are thousands of years old.
This natural wonder has fascinated travelers and artists since the 19th century, including Baron Alexander von Humboldt and painter Johann Moritz Rugendas, who captured the place in drawings and lithographs.
❖ Slide Down the Zip Line in Peña del Aire
Seven and a half miles from Huasca lies this canyon offering sweeping views accompanied by cactus, corn fields, and wildflowers. The natural panorama is complemented by a boulder that seems to be hanging in midair.
In this spot, you can whiz down a zip line and get an adrenaline rush. You can also hike through the surrounding area.
❖ Enjoy Trout in El Parián
In El Parián, you can savor what is definitely Huasca’s most famous dish: trout. Each restaurant has its own way to prepare it.
Make the most of your visit and go to Bosque de las Truchas. In this ecotourism park, you can catch as many as you would like. If you are not traveling with gear, you can rent everything you need on the spot. You can also explore by foot, take a boat ride, ride a horse, ride an ATV, and fly down a zip line.
❖ Hike Through Los Bosques del Zembo Forest
This forest is a top-notch spot to camp, hike, or have family picnic. If you are into fishing, here you can try your luck catching your own trout. They can then be prepared especially for you in the trout farm.
❖ Festival de la Trucha
This festival celebrates trout to promote sport fishing and includes activities such as motorboat races, an ATV competition, short horseback ride, and more. You will also find a food show with a wide variety of dishes made with trout. If you want to try something in particular, just ask and you will probably be served just what you’re looking for.
When: October
