El Refugio (Sinaloa)

Learn about tiny town of El Refugio through its pictures, maps and population statistics.

All the information about this town of 7 inhabitants of the State of Sinaloa

Its former name was El Búfalo.

The town of El Refugio (Sinaloa) belongs to the municipality of Mazatlán. There are 7 inhabitants and it is 20 meters altitude. It's a beach town: the beach of Playa Gaviotas is 10 km away. Of all the towns in the municipality, it occupies the number #447 in terms of number of inhabitants.

The locality was formerly known as El Búfalo, but changed its name a few years ago. The inhabitants of this community decided to change its name in 2019.

Last Update: 29.05.2024

The town of El Refugio is located at 5.3 kilometers from Mazatlán, which is the most populated locality in the municipality, in the South direction. If you browse our webpage, you will also find a map with the location of El Refugio.

#1 Where is El Refugio? How to go? Map

How to get to the town of El Refugio in Sinaloa? Using this map, use the controls to zoom in and out on the village and others in the vicinity to see the direct route, and to be able to plan, for example, hiking activities in El Refugio.

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#2 The population of El Refugio (Sinaloa) is 7 inhabitants

Population data in El Refugio (Sinaloa)
YearFemale InhabitantsMale inhabitantsTotal population
20057
Evolution of the population in El Refugio: Total   Men   Women
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#3 Satellite photo of El Refugio

With the satellite map of El Refugio will I be able to look for my location? Yes, access the map, zoom in and see the surroundings of this town and the municipality of Mazatlán. Get free live access to satellite views of 2024 of El Refugio.



#4 Hotels and Accommodation near El Refugio

Many people want to stay in the town of El Refugio itself, but unfortunately there are no hotels in the village yet. Don't worry, we have created this list of the closest accommodations, so you can ask if they have rooms available:

#5 What to do in El Refugio

Are you visiting and don't know what to do in El Refugio? The list of the best places to visit in El Refugio and nearby locations.
The best beaches in El Refugio to enjoy water sports:
  • Playa Gaviotas: A 10 km walk (100 minutes) or 11 minutes by car, heading Southwest.
  • Golden Zone Beach: A 9 km walk (105 minutes) or 11 minutes by car, heading Southwest.
  • Playa Bruja: A 9 km walk (126 minutes) or 11 minutes by car, heading West.
  • Playa Norte: A 12 km walk (162 minutes) or 15 minutes by car, heading South.
Las mejores montes de El Refugio para excursiones y actividades al aire libre:
  • Cerro Federico Kelly (179 meters): 2.0 km walk (32 minutes), heading Northeast.
  • Cerro La Cantera (84 meters): 2.5 km walk (36 minutes), heading West.
  • Cerro La Minita (128 meters): 4.6 km walk (58 minutes), heading East.
  • Cerro La Reventona (186 meters): 4.8 km walk (75 minutes), heading East.
Are you looking for charming villages in the surroundings of El Refugio?:
  • Ciudad de los Niños (19 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the South (3 minutes by car)
  • El Mirasol (32 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the East (3 minutes by car)
  • Seminario Diocesano de Mazatlán (31 inhabitants): Located 3 km to the Southwest (4 minutes by car)
  • San Juan (8 inhabitants): Located 3 km to the Northeast (3 minutes by car)
  • El Tamarindo (6 inhabitants): Located 3 km to the Northeast (3 minutes by car)
This information is based on geographical data. Distances may vary depending on terrain, driving style or walking conditions.

#6 Pictures of El Refugio

In order for you to enjoy nature around El Refugio, we have compiled a collection of sightseeing and monument pictures of the town and its surroundings. Access a completely free online image gallery of El Refugio, so you can even use it as a wallpaper to always remember this beautiful town.

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  13. Los Tirado (- inhabitants)
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