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Charco del Ingenio

Charco del Ingenio
Photo: Adam Jones from Kelowna, BC, Canada, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Charco del Ingenio protects a large reservoir and surrounding land. It includes trails through cactus gardens and native vegetation. Visitors watch for birds and walk along the dam.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 5 of Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato in 7 Days

Visiting Charco del Ingenio: what to know

Tickets
Entry fee charged; confirm at the gate
Time needed
2 hours
Best time
Early morning
Getting there
Short taxi ride or about a 30-minute uphill walk from central San Miguel de Allende

San Miguel de Allende itineraries with Charco del Ingenio

Day 5 of Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato in 7 Days

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How Charco del Ingenio fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Charco del IngenioSan Miguel de Allende
  2. 13:00Fábrica La AuroraSan Miguel de Allende
  3. 16:00Templo de San FranciscoSan Miguel de Allende
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Charco del Ingenio FAQs

Is Charco del Ingenio free to enter?

No. A modest entry fee is charged at the gate.

How long does a visit to Charco del Ingenio take?

Most visitors spend about two hours on the trails and reservoir.

What is the best way to reach Charco del Ingenio?

A short taxi ride from the city center reaches the entrance.

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