Zirahuen

Zirahuen is a town on Lake Zirahuen in the Lake Patzcuaro region of the state of Michoacan, Mexico. It is a peaceful lakeside retreat that is popular for romantic getaways, spiritual or company retreats, and weddings and social events.

A short drive from Patzcuaro, the turn-off is about 18 miles W on either the cuota or libre road to Uruapan.

Park and walk.

The lovely lake.

• 19.453202-101.7313341 Parroquia del Señor del Perdón (Church of the Lord of Forgiveness). Picturesque colonial era church with a stone facade and arched wooden ceiling inside.  (updated Mar 2025)

The lake covers an area of 970 hectares. It is mostly shallow (though the center of the lake drops to about 40 meters deep). The waters are usually calm and locals refer to it as "the mirror of the gods". Along its shores are marshy grasslands and forests with pine, oak, and arbutus trees.

• Kayak - Lake Zirahuen is a tranquil, shallow lake that is ideal for casual recreational kayaks

Several vendors selling freshly made comida including fresh blue tortillas along the boardwalk. There is also a nice formal restaurant enjoyed by many visitors especially during weekends and holidays.

• 19.450005-101.7294131 Zirahuen Forest and Resort, Forest & Resort Sección Alpina, Rivera del Lago 3, Plutarco Elías Calles, ☏ +52 434 105 0024. Check-in: 15:00, check-out: 12:00. Large resort hotel with a wooded property that has a main hotel building, private A-frame cabins scattered in wooded lots, an adventure park area with zip-lining, kayaking and other activities and 2 restaurants. Popular spot for weddings and corporate events.  (updated Mar 2025)

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• Patzcuaro
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