Laguna Catemaco is beautiful to look at, but unfortunately, because of heavy deforestation of its
watershed, the water is heavily sedimented and not very inviting to swim in.
Balnearios (public swimming pools) are the answer. Catemaco and vicinity has five available. Other
areas of Los Tuxtlas add a dozen more.
They are great for people or bird watching, making a rest stop, catching a snack, or even a dip in the
pool. Except during holidays, they are usually ghost towns.
Many hotel pools also offer their services to non-guests at around 50 pesos per visit.
watershed, the water is heavily sedimented and not very inviting to swim in.
Balnearios (public swimming pools) are the answer. Catemaco and vicinity has five available. Other
areas of Los Tuxtlas add a dozen more.
They are great for people or bird watching, making a rest stop, catching a snack, or even a dip in the
pool. Except during holidays, they are usually ghost towns.
Many hotel pools also offer their services to non-guests at around 50 pesos per visit.
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Balnearios to cool down
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| El Cortijo Sobrevals just north of Catemaco, past hospital, restaurant, great views |
| Las Pozas off road to San Andres Tuxtla, near Rio Grande de Catemaco, spring fed |
| Matacalcintla near Rio Grande de Catemaco, spring fed |
| Balneario Los Chaneques south of Catemaco, 500 meters up from Adventist campground More details soon |
| Acuatica Sirenas Colonia Catemaco, Catemaco, in town public pool and restaurant, 30 pesos. |
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