Magdalena
Mexico · Estado de JaliscoMX
Municipality and town in Jalisco, Mexico
Magdalena is a town and municipality in the state of Jalisco in central-western Mexico. Magdalena lies 78 kilometers northwest of Guadalajara. The municipality covers an area of 293.2 km2. It borders the state of Nayarit to the west, and the town of Tequila to the east. As of 2005, the municipality had a total population of 18,924.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 21,781
- Coordinates
- 20.907, -103.978
- Timezone
- America/Mexico_City
- Elevation
- 1576 m
Overview of Magdalena
Magdalena belongs to Estado de Jalisco, Mexico and has the feel of a low-key town. Its resident count stands at approximately 21,781. And it shows in how much there is to see. Magdalena is strongest on nature, water sports and adventure. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere. You are about 1,576 metres up.
Things to do in Magdalena
Nature in Magdalena
(8)The nature shortlist for Magdalena: Beaches, Desert, Natural Places, Nature and Nature Reserves. It is a direct read of Magdalena's activity profile. There are 8 tagged experiences in this group.
Water Sports in Magdalena
(7)Water Sports in Magdalena covers Canoeing, Diving, Kayaking, Paddle and Sailboats. The category holds 7 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Magdalena.
Adventure in Magdalena
(4)Under adventure, Magdalena is tagged with Adventure, Boat Rides, Off Road Trails and Treasure Hunts. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Magdalena.
Sports in Magdalena
(3)The sports shortlist for Magdalena: Hiking, Hiking Trails and Walking Trails. It is a direct read of Magdalena's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
More to do in Magdalena
(1)Magdalena records Fishing under other activities. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Magdalena. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Magdalena
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
Getting there & around
Magdalena rewards a slow approach — a hub in Estado de Jalisco, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to America/Mexico_City on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Magdalena that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Magdalena known for?
- Travellers associate Magdalena with nature, water sports and adventure. It sits in Estado de Jalisco, Mexico and counts about 21,781 residents.
- What can you do in Magdalena?
- Magdalena is tagged with Beaches, Desert, Natural Places, Nature and Nature Reserves, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Magdalena?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
- Where is Magdalena located?
- Magdalena belongs to Estado de Jalisco, Mexico, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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