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San Mateo Cajonos

Oaxaca, Mexico · North America

About San Mateo Cajonos

San Mateo Cajonos sits on the route: 10 minutes from Villa Hidalgo Yalálag, 34km from Hierve el Agua.

San Mateo Cajonos is a town located in Oaxaca, Mexico. With a population of 471, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, San Mateo Cajonos sits in Mexico, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Mexico City time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add San Mateo Cajonos to your route.

About San Mateo Cajonos

San Mateo Cajonos is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 25.52 km2. It is part of the Villa Alta District in the center of the Sierra Norte Region. As of 2005, the municipality had a total population of 574.

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Where is San Mateo Cajonos located?

San Mateo Cajonos is located in Oaxaca, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 17.1609 latitude, -96.2083 longitude.

What is the population of San Mateo Cajonos?

San Mateo Cajonos has a population of approximately 471 people, making it a town in Mexico.

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Quick Information

Population
471
Continent
North America
Country
Mexico
Region
Oaxaca
Timezone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
17.1609, -96.2083

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.

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Worth the detour from San Mateo Cajonos

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Mitla

A Zapotec archaeological site famous for its intricate geometric mosaic fretwork carved into stone, considered the most important Mesoamerican site after Monte Albán.

31 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Hierve el Agua

Stunning petrified waterfall formations and natural infinity pools perched on a cliff overlooking the Oaxacan valley.

34 km · about 40 min drive

ancient ruins

Yagul

A Zapotec hilltop city in the Tlacolula valley with the largest ballcourt in Oaxaca and the labyrinthine Palace of the Six Patios, plus a fortress ridge with sweeping valley views. Usually you have it to yourself.

34 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Árbol del Tule

A Montezuma cypress in Santa María del Tule with the world's widest trunk, in a churchyard directly beside Highway 190.

47 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Oaxaca Mezcal Distilleries

Traditional palenques in the valleys surrounding Oaxaca where artisan mezcaleros produce Mexico's iconic smoky agave spirit using ancient methods.

50 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Oaxaca City

A vibrant colonial city famous for its indigenous cultures, mezcal, mole cuisine, and colorful markets nestled in a mountain valley.

56 km · about 65 min drive

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near San Mateo Cajonos.

San Pablo Yaganiza

🇲🇽 Mexico

3 km awayPop. 1,108

Villa Hidalgo Yalálag

🇲🇽 Mexico

4 km awayPop. 1,844

San Francisco Cajonos

🇲🇽 Mexico

5 km awayPop. 268

San Pedro Cajonos

🇲🇽 Mexico

6 km awayPop. 1,142

Santo Domingo Xagacía

🇲🇽 Mexico

6 km awayPop. 1,047

San Baltazar Yatzachi el Bajo

🇲🇽 Mexico

8 km awayPop. 170

Santiago Zoochila

🇲🇽 Mexico

8 km awayPop. 374

Santo Domingo Albarradas

🇲🇽 Mexico

10 km awayPop. 778

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