The Top 8 Lakes in Distrito Federal
Looking to visit the best lakes in Distrito Federal? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Distrito Federal’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: December 8, 2025
Xochimilco Ecological Park
Highlight • Natural
The Xochimilco Ecological Park is a park of some 165 hectares and covering much the canals and chinampa system for which Xochimilco is famous. Aquatic humid areas are largely built …
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Oyameles Dam
Highlight • Lake
A small dam that connects with others along the wide trail of the Desierto de los Leones, a classic for mountain biking and hiking.
The color of the water is stunning; it only becomes turbulent during the rainy season.
The color of the water is stunning; it only becomes turbulent during the rainy season.
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Tres Caminos Dam
Highlight • Lake
This is just part of the beautiful scenery.
This area is a thoroughfare, whether you're coming back from San Miguel or heading up to a trail further up.
This area is a thoroughfare, whether you're coming back from San Miguel or heading up to a trail further up.
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Letras de CDMX en el lago Chapultepec
Highlight • Monument
These large letters spelling out the initials of Mexico City are an ideal spot on Chapultepec Lake to take a nice photo of your visit to the city and one of its main parks.
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View of the Volcanoes from Ciénega Grande, Xochimilco
Highlight • Viewpoint
A beautiful place to visit near CDMX, take a walk between the aquifer deposits and the countryside with a view of the volcanoes in the background when the weather is good.
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Virgilio Uribe Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Course
Highlight • Structure
It is a public space, with several entrances, it has been improving in terms of security, however it has considerable deterioration in its lanes and surrounding areas.
Excellent for running, …
Excellent for running, …
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Ayla Cabin and Trout Pond
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Hut
A cabin in Truchero where you can eat delicious food, relax, watch the fish, and continue along a trail, for example, climb to the Puerta del Cielo (Heaven's Gate) to …
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Pond with fountains and waterfowl
Highlight • Lake
It is a very beautiful pond with numerous water birds and fountains, a true oasis within the beautiful and well-maintained Mexico Park.
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