The Valley of the Mushrooms, the magic of nature in Creel, Chihuahua in the Copper Canyon and the Sierra Tarahumara.
It is a unique and impressive tourist destination, located in the municipality of Bocoyna, in the Sierra Tarahumara, within the ejido and community of San Ignacio de Arareco in Chihuahua. This valley is known for its rock formations, of volcanic origin, sculpted by erosion, which are approximately 20 million years old and resemble mushrooms.
The natural beauty of this place is surprising, since the process of chemical weathering, in which the rock decomposes and disintegrates due to the passage of time and climatic conditions, has resulted in a unique and impressive landscape. Furthermore, although there are theories and legends that suggest that the rock formations were superimposed and sculpted by humans, land erosion better explains the rock conditions of this beautiful place. . The Rarámuri indigenous community and ejido called “San Ignacio de Arareko” are the ones who manage the entrance and the activities that can be carried out.
How to get there?
The Valley of the Mushrooms is very accessible and close, it is part of the tourist area of “the valleys of rock formations” together with the valley of the frogs and the valley of the monks, and is located in the vicinity of Creel, within the San Ignacio de Arareko ejido, the place is located just 4 kilometers by vehicle (15 minutes), with 1 kilometer of road and 3 of dirt road; or walking (50 minutes) from the town of Creel and 600 meters before reaching the Church of San Ignacio de Arareko.
What to do?
The Mushroom Valley is an ideal place for those who love nature and photography. The rock formations are a perfect setting to capture in images, and the natural landscape of the place is impressive. Additionally, the valley is inhabited by an indigenous Rarámuri community, which adds cultural and ethnic value to the traveler's experience. The Rarámuri are known for their tradition and customs, and it is possible to interact with them during the visit to the valley, learn more about their culture and way of life.
Next, we leave you a list of everything you can do on your visit to the mushroom valley:
Hiking/walks.
Mountain bike.
ATV/razer.
Horse riding.
Take photos/videos, use drone.
See the temple of San Ignacio de Arareko.
Get to know the valley of the frogs.
Get to know the valley of the monks.
Get to know and learn about the Rarámuri culture and the rural communities in the area.
Purchase of Rarámuri crafts and products directly from the artisan.
As for visiting the Valley of the Mushrooms, it is recommended to be prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear since the terrain can be rugged and humid, especially in the rainy season. It is also advisable to bring a bottle of water and food, since there are no food services in the valley.
Important information:
Coordinates: 27°43'40.70"N and 107°37'7.34"W
Entry fee: $40 pesos for adults and $20 pesos for children.
Best season to visit: August-October.
Travel time: 30 minutes.
Accessibility It is for the whole family. Vehicle access to the site.
Conclusions
The Valley of the Mushrooms is an interesting place, with unique natural beauty due to its rock formations, and its cultural and ethnic value that make it an unmissable tourist destination in Mexico. An opportunity to connect with nature.
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