The Park – Fundación La Puerta

Named after Prof. Edmond Szekely, cofounder of Rancho La Puerta, Parque del Profesor is a 28-acre sanctuary at the heart of Fundación La Puerta — one of the few accessible chaparral ecosystems within Tecate’s urban limits, providing a natural environment for families to connect for more than 40 years.

The park features interpretive trails, outdoor classrooms, native plant gardens, and community spaces that host environmental workshops, youth leadership activities, volunteer sessions, and cultural celebrations. In 2026, this legacy of community stewardship was honored nationally with Mexico’s Premio al Mérito Ecológico.

Daily Life At The Park

Working mom’s and dads come early to walk in nature, to jog on the trails, and on weekends the park fills with families; at soccer games, festivals, yoga classes, gardening and art classes. Every Saturday our family gardening program is fully enrolled with a waiting list, these families are eager to begin growing food in their homes and communities. The Park provides a beautiful setting for engagement photos, anniversaries, quinceñeras, graduations and weddings. Mercadito Cuchuma, a monthly craft fair, supports local craftsmen and cottage industries.

A Place of Beauty

 

 

Parque del Profesor

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