EL Boqueron

Its main attraction is an impressive crater 1.5 kilometers in diameter and 550 meters deep, at the bottom of which lies a smaller crater called "El Boqueroncito."

Key Information for Your Visit

Location: Volcanic mountain range between the departments of San Salvador and La Libertad, 30 minutes from the capital.

Hours: Monday to Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Entrance Fees: $1.00 for Salvadorans, $2.00 for foreigners, and free for children 6 or 8 years old and adults over 60.

Parking Fees: Sedans $1.00; minibuses and pickup trucks $2.00 to $3.00.

Climate: Cool and temperate, ranging between 18°C ​​and 22°C during the day.

What to Do in the Park?

Accessible Hiking: Guided or independent hikes along marked and well-maintained trails. The climb to the crater rim takes between 15 and 25 minutes and includes sections with wooden stairs. Panoramic Viewpoints: Several renovated viewpoints offer views of the inner crater, the city of San Salvador, and even Lake Ilopango on clear days.

Interpretive Center: A small museum at the start of the trail explains the geological history of the volcano's last eruption in 1917.

Culinary Route: The access road to El Boquerón features dozens of cafes, restaurants serving traditional cuisine, private viewpoints, and commercial attractions such as colorful water slides.

Important Recommendations: Environmental Regulations: According to the Ministry of Environment (MARN), the entry of single-use plastics into protected natural areas is strictly prohibited.

Payment method: Bring cash, as cell phone reception for digital transactions at the ticket booths is not always reliable.

Appropriate clothing: Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light sweater due to the temperature changes at the summit.