Copper Canyon Adventure Park (PABC), Sierra Tarahumara.
El Barrancas del Adventure Park Cobre began operations in 2010 andsince its inauguration they have not stopped increasing tourist visits every year, with 2022 being the year with the most people received with a total of 129,000 visitors in the year.
In this place you can feel how insignificant we are compared to nature, as in many places here you can find crafts and a bit of local gastronomy, practically represented by a variety of blue, white or red corn gorditas and with different local stews.
Within the park you can access wonderful views of the ravines of more than sixty thousand square kilometers of visual range, in addition to having a restaurant, craft stalls and local food. the region and enjoy safe activities for all tastes and all ages with guides included.
How to get there?
Located in the north of Mexico, in the Sierra Tarahumara, within the municipality of Urique, the PABC is It is located 48.5 kilometers by road southwest of the magical town of Creel, taking an approximate time of 1 hour to reach the destination. It is worth mentioning that along the way the road and the Chepe train railway line cross a couple of times, so we recommend that you pay attention to the crossings, speed bumps and sharp curves that you encounter while driving, to avoid any accidents. accident. To get there you will pass through the "Divisadero" train station where you can find craft stalls, food, hotels and of course the famous viewpoint of the Copper Canyon. To go from the Divisadero station to the park, you will have to go through a community booth, independent of the park, which charges a fee of $30 pesos for each person over 5 years old. This fee is used to carry out community projects in four Rarámuri communities in the area: Witosachi, Mogótavo, Areponapuchi and Bacajípare. After paying the fee, you can continue along the road and access the PABC.
You can also take the Chepe Train in its Express or Regional Tourist version, from Creel, the route along this Transportation takes between 1.5 and 2 hours to get to the "Divisadero" station, then you will have to take a taxi to take you to the park which is 10 minutes away. If you want to do this option, check the train schedules and your itinerary in the park carefully, so that you can have enough time within it. Also check very carefully what your return from the park will be like to where you plan to spend the night that night.
Finally you can also get to the park from Creel by taking a taxi, here we recommend asking with several options and leaving The terms and conditions of the trip are very well stipulated, as well as your way of leaving the park and planning your return to where you will stay.
What to do?
Next, we leave you a list of everything you can do during your visit to the Copper Canyon Adventure Park (PABC):
Cable car (for the whole family, cost $300 pesos).
Zip-rider. (Considered the longest zip line in the world, cost $1,000 pesos).
Circuit of 7 zip lines (Up to 350 meters of altitude, cost of $1,000 pesos).
Aerial forest (Cost of $300 pesos).
Via Ferrata (Up to 48 meters of altitude, cost of $600 pesos).
Mini golf (Cost of $50 pesos).
Climbing wall (Climbing wall for children, cost of $50 pesos).
Eurobonji (Bounce house with leagues for children cost $50 pesos).
Zip line for young children (Next to the mingolf, free of charge).
Purchase of crafts.
Purchase of typical food.
Eat at the restaurant and enjoy the view.
Buy official park souvenirs.
Go through the glass floor of the restaurant.
Take photos and videos.
In the near surroundings of the park you can find options for:
Rent a cabin in the town of Areponapuchi.
Stay in a hotel in Divisadero.
Observe the majestic ravines from the "Divisadero" train station.
Food options at the stalls at the Chepe train station.
Mountain bike.
ATVs and Razers.
Guided walks/hiking through the Rarámuri communities in the area ask for "Rarámuri Experiences" https://www. .experienciasraramuri.com/ .
Take the chepe train to Los Mochis or Chihuahua.
Schedules and tips
The park activities close at 3:30 p.m., the restaurant at 4:00 p.m. and the cable car at 4:30 p.m. Take this information into consideration to plan your visit.
Generally the park is open 365 days a year, but we recommend that you call the park at 614-194-0271 and by WhatsApp at 635-101-0802 or check their social networks or website to ask if on the date Do you plan to go, is there some type of maintenance to the activities or safety training for the staff or if the weather (rain, snow or wind) will allow them to be carried out because it is common to see sad tourists who come from far away because they cannot do them for these reasons. .
Also consider that in high season it could take a long time to do your activities due to the long lines (reaching up to 2 or 3 hours per activity), likewise, call the park in advance to ask about this possible situation.< /p>
You can buy and reserve your tickets online or while inside the park facilities, but check very carefully that the activities do not overlap since many times the schedules of each activity are modified due to issues beyond control due to the weather. and to take care of the safety of visitors and you could lose your access to some of the activities if you are crowded and there is a lot of demand.
Remember to bring a hat, water, sunscreen, and appropriate clothing and shoes for the activities.
Important points in high season:
1. Arrive as early as you can (9:00 am) at PABC.
2. Decide how long you are going to stay and take into account that it depends on the weather whether you can do everything planned.
3. There is a package for all attractions or you can pay for each activity separately.
4. Go immediately to the ticket office, stand in line and ask for the responsive letter that each person who is going to ride the attractions must sign, and then stand in line to pay for whatever you are going to ride; Then go to the attraction you want to ride on and get ready to enjoy beautiful views.
5. Be patient with the times and the staff inside the park, they do their best.
Important information
Coordinates: 27°31'0.81"N and 107°49'36.23"W.
Entry fee: Admission to the park is free, but there is a fee of approximately $30.00 per senior 5 years (this rate is used for community projects in four Rarámuri communities in the area).
Best season to visit: Spring-Summer.
Travel time: Minimum 3 hours.
Accessibility: It is for the whole family. There is vehicle access to the park, its attractions, the restaurant and the food and craft stalls. And it has infrastructure for people in wheelchairs.
Official page: https://parquebarrancas.com/
Conclusions
If you are looking for an exciting and adrenaline-filled adventure in the middle of nature for the whole family with a view of the most impressive canyons in the world, the Copper Canyon Adventure Park is the perfect place for you.
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