| Isla Tepetapan |
| One of the unknown marvels of Catemaco is an almost unknown river island within the Rio Grande de Catemaco, located below the sluice gates damming the river. Approximately 240 meters long and a maximum of 40 meters wide, the island is inaccessible, except by wading across the river when the water is still. Composed of primarily volcanic rock, the island borders are heavily forested, while the center seems to be in use as a cow pasture. The maximum height is about 5 meters. River islands are national Mexican property, and to occupy one, a concession must be obtained. The island would be an ideal location for a Catemaco nature reserve with visitor facilities and a small hanging bridge. A few deer could be stocked, some wild pigs exhibited, an aviary or butterfly zoo could be installed. With little investment, the island would be sure to attract both local inhabitants and also tourists who have no other nearby place of nature to enjoy. |
| The end of the island near the Tepetapan hotel. A shallow river crossing is possible here. |
| A limited view of the island from the Rio Grande river walk in Tepetapan |
| A view of the beginning of the island from the sluice gate near the bridge |
| The waters on the sides of the island can get rough |
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| Catemaco Veracruz, Mexico |
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