Discover Cuajimoloyas

Cuajimoloyas offers impressive nature experiences and insights into regional traditions. At the Mirador Yaa-Cuetzi, the viewpoint sits 3,000 meters above sea level. At sunrise and sunset, the panoramic view extends to the clouds. If you’re looking for special views on your trip, this place is a distinctive part of the nature experience in Cuajimoloyas.

Forest trails and exploring the landscape

The route to Cañón del Coyote leads to viewpoints overlooking the mountain landscape. Another way to experience the surrounding area is Llano de Tarajeas, where you can enjoy walks as well as horseback riding or cycling tours. A guide explains the local forest ecosystem and medicinal plants along the way. You can choose between a tour with explanations about nature and a trail leading to the viewpoints of Cañón del Coyote.

The Llano del Fraile activity follows a three-kilometer trail along the banks of a stream. It passes through pine and oak forests to Tarajeas Park. This route offers another clearly described way to include forests and stream banks in your travel plans. Loma de Cucharilla, meanwhile, starts in the municipality of Cuajimoloyas and descends to the town of Latuvi. The route passes the La Cucharilla viewpoint, with panoramic views of Latuvi.

Nature experiences at Centro Ecoturístico Yaa-Cuetzi

Centro Ecoturístico Yaa-Cuetzi offers birdwatching and opportunities to observe other flora and fauna. Activities also include walks, horseback rides, and mountain biking. Visitors who want to include a range of activities in their trip can also join community-led tours. The center also offers transportation between different locations; no specific route is given.

Centro de Ecoturismo Cuajimoloyas Yaa Cuetzi is located in San Antonio Cuajimoloyas. It has an illuminated suspension bridge that is 137 meters long and 21 meters high. The center also has spacious camping areas. The Yaa-Cuetzi community hotel has simple, comfortable rooms.

Regional cuisine and traditions

The Feria de Hongos Silvestres is a regional mushroom festival. It began in 2000 and has been held every year since then on the third weekend of July. Visitors interested in local foods and traditional crafts can also take workshops on making Pan serrano. Visits to working groups offer the opportunity to learn about a women’s cooperative that cans mushrooms and makes handicrafts from Sarcina, the leaves of the Ocote pine.

Trout is another local specialty: it is the main dish at Comedores Tarajeas, La Zanja, and El Bocadito. The festival tradition, workshops, and cuisine offer a different focus from the trails and viewpoints. This means you can discover Cuajimoloyas through both outdoor activities and local culture and food.

Getting there and choosing where to stay

The route from Oaxaca described here follows Federal Highway 190 to Tlacolula. From there, take a turnoff to the town of Díaz Ordaz, then continue north toward Cuajimoloyas. When choosing your vacation rental, consider whether you want to focus your trip on hikes and viewpoints, nature observation, or regional traditions.

San Antonio Cuajimoloyas is one of thirteen destinations on the Ruta de la Sierra Juárez. Discover other destinations at Salina Cruz, Santa María Tonameca, San Juan Bautista Tuxtepec, San Juan Bautista Coixtlahuaca, San Felipe Del Agua, Mazunte, San Juan Bautista Valle Nacional, and Cacaotepec.

For the broader travel overview: Oaxaca.