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Geological formation · Huasca de Ocampo, Hidalgo
Prismas Basálticos de Santa María Regla
Basalt columns up to about 40 meters tall in a canyon with waterfalls, viewed from a suspension bridge and walkways.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Prismas Basálticos de Santa María Regla
The Basalt Prisms are in Santa María Regla, about 5 km from downtown Huasca, on a ravine with a river running through it. The canyon walls are made of basalt columns, generally six-sided, formed by the slow cooling of lava a few million years ago. Some reach about 40 meters.
Water falls in waterfalls between the columns. The park has stairs and walkways down to the canyon floor, lookout points and a suspension bridge that passes over the formations. The German Alexander von Humboldt described the prisms when he visited the region in 1803.
The site is part of the UNESCO Global Geopark Comarca Minera and is on ejido land of Santa María Regla, with trout restaurants and shops at the entrance.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Two to three hours.
Best time
From June to October the waterfalls usually have more water. On weekdays there are fewer people. Confirm opening days before you go.
How to get there
About 5 km from downtown Huasca, in Santa María Regla, by car, taxi or tour.
Tip
Wear sturdy footwear: the stairs are wet and slippery near the waterfalls.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Prismas Basálticos de Santa María Regla
How were the Basalt Prisms formed?
By the slow cooling of lava from ancient eruptions, which formed multi-sided basalt columns.
Where are the Basalt Prisms located?
In Santa María Regla, about 5 km from downtown Huasca de Ocampo.
When do the Basalt Prisms’ waterfalls have more water?
Generally from June to October, in the rainy season.