A museum is also located in the park. This 34,894 acre reserve protects a variety of rare and endangered plants and animal species. A species of wild corn, in danger of extinction, is found in the reserve. Wildlife includes jaguars, badgers, wild turkeys, and migratory birds. The vegetation is mostly pine and oak forest mixed with deciduous jungle and savannas.
Visitors can enjoy boating and swimming in the lake.
This reserve is the hibernation point for the Monarch Butterfly. From November to March, visitors can follow trails to the forests where the butterfly spends the winter months. Make sure you see the Information Center and research areas. Tall rock formations offer fantastic views of the beautiful fir and pine forests in theis 2,420 acre park. It is an ideal place to camp and hike and to find wildlife such as the white-tail deer, gray fox and various reptiles.