rockman - 6-5-2009 at 09:37 AM
Just 200 meters from the ruins of mission La Purisima Cadegomo is a new motel. At the east end of town on the main road, it is part of "Producto
Regionales", a co-op that sells regional produce such as honey, preserves, wine (this vintage was not to our taste), and some crafts. It is across
from a tienda that has a large Tecate sign. The rooms are 200 pesos, and have various bed arrangements. The seperate mens / ladies have toilets,
showers with hot water. The profits go to support the elderly in town.
Many of the bricks were taken from the mission in the 1940s to build a square in town that, ironically, has bust of the General who did it.
Still to be seen and admired east of town is the aquaduct (acequia) that is still in use to water the huertas. It has been well maintained by locals
thru the years.
David K - 6-5-2009 at 09:40 AM
More on the mission of La Purisima: http://www.vivabaja.com/missions1/page4.html
[Edited on 12-13-2010 by David K]
shari - 6-5-2009 at 12:30 PM
Sounds wonderful...I really love it when these accomodation places are built and benefit the local population and what a great idea to assist the
ancianos!
Cypress - 6-5-2009 at 01:03 PM
La Purisima? A place well worth visiting. When you get there, check out the old jail house.
rpleger - 6-5-2009 at 01:37 PM
Good to know...I always wanted to stay in La Purisima . 10 or more years ago, we camped right next to one of those irrigation channels and they were
going off and on all night. Neat town...Thanks for the post
[Edited on 6-5-2009 by rpleger]
baja Steve - 6-5-2009 at 01:53 PM
Have stayed there several times and it is great, they will also do breakfast if you want. The couple that own and built the motel are from La Paz and
he is a retired college professor. They are both great people and they can use the business.
Cypress - 6-5-2009 at 02:08 PM
Been there a time or two. Never found anybody home.
Bajahowodd - 6-5-2009 at 04:55 PM
Actually sounds more like a hostel than a motel. But, yes. A cooool area.
BajaNomad - 6-5-2009 at 06:09 PM
gnukid - 6-5-2009 at 08:27 PM
more than one shop labeled productos regionales
Sisters
Nipple
The Ship Arroyo Challenger
San Gregorio
Big Point (maybe)
Arturo Robles Tocando otro vez
[Edited on 6-6-2009 by gnukid]
Bajaboy - 6-5-2009 at 08:31 PM
We plan on camping at San Gregorio this summer and will explore San Ysidro/La Purisima again. Our last time through we didn't get that "good" feeling
and want to give those towns another chance. As for camping at SG, one of our favorite places in Baja!
Paula - 6-5-2009 at 08:50 PM
The "Productos Regionales" shown in Gnukid's first picture is the place to go for the hotel. It sits right behind the shop/restaurant. The owners
showed us the motel and gardens-- very nice! I'd like to go back and spend a night or two as La Purisima is a nice, quiet, friendly little town.
Although the hotel rooms share a bath it is more a hotel than hostel setup. And the sopes at the restaurant were delicious!
LaTijereta - 6-6-2009 at 06:25 AM
Spent time there last year..and stayed at the hotel..
Rooms are very simple, but clean..
San Isidro Valley approching from the "east" road..
[Edited on 6-6-2009 by LaTijereta]
DianaT - 6-6-2009 at 07:40 AM
Gees, we really need to go back and spend some time. We have only been there once and just passed through. It is such a beautiful oasis, and the
drive down to Highway one was also beautiful.
Wonder if the little hotel accepts pets?
Thanks for sharing
David K - 6-6-2009 at 07:45 AM
It is great to read and see photos of the 'backroad' areas of Baja, away from Hwy. 1.
Gracias!
Bajahowodd - 6-6-2009 at 11:35 AM
Thanks for the clarification and the photos on the hotel. Looks nice enough. Actually, heading South, don't know if there's much better in
Constitucion.
gnukid - 6-6-2009 at 02:42 PM
One note if you are going there, there is so much to see over long rough roads and gas is sold from only a few people for about 200 pesos for perhaps
20 liters. They sell in Purisima and in San Juanico from oil drums. So plan to buy it from the guys in town at Purisima and in San Juanico at a 30%
markup. Also food is very very expensive everywhere and generally really really crappy in restaurants, ice is double or triple etc... alcohol is
expensive too and they don't like pacifico medias so forget about that. It's basically double to triple the cost for anything so you might as well
bring a pile of cash-no banks. If you really like certain items bring it with you and skip looking for it-you'll be wasting your time.
Most people stop at Ley in Constituccion when coming from the south and buy everything they want for the trip and pack a ton of ice and go for it. You
might as well get a few bottles of tequila, controy, ballena salt and meat if you like those items. Of course I prefer to also buy something at every
small store and get to know the people. You will also find many fresh fruits and fresh veggies but you will have most luck trading items, since not
all people feel authorized/comfortable to sell local produce.
You should plan to pack all your trash and keep it with you and leave with it too since there are no basuras
You will also find many times that you will require to lower your air pressure to below 20lbs for a reasonable safe ride so plan for it and also
moments when you will want more pressure. bring a shovel, jacks and tools. Flat tires can be common for people who drive too fast or stupidly (most
people), there are many varities of rocks, so bring two spares and be careful how you drive. I just keep it down in the 5mile an hour range and relax.
Locals drive about 90miles an hour over the dirt (for real) so be very careful at night or on the weekends, or early or late in the day when people
are drunk. There are random military with hummers and machine guns who will encounter you somewhat surprisingly in the regions and do a full
inspection and there are also apparently some cartel actions so nothing to worry about just be prepared for oddities.
BTW I like Cadeje too! There is a doctor there named Doctor Tecate-he loves Tecate! Best doctor around for homepathic Tecate inspired medical care.
Best to visit mid-morning or he'll probably be too drunk.
And last of all do not buy any land from anyone on the spot or trust what anyone says about the title and do not make cash deposits etc... unless you
can accept the loss. You are going to need to do your homework and go very very slow. Skip all ejido land for now. There are vast land disputes going
on and apparently lots and lots of shenanigans. I mean it.
woody with a view - 6-6-2009 at 03:04 PM
gnu has it right on!
and for the love of Neptune, do not travel the east road UNLESS you are prepared to get stuck/broke/lost. we made it 2 years ago in feb/mar and my
wife threatened to get out and walk. i almost took her up on the offer a time or two!!!!
Bajahowodd - 6-6-2009 at 04:25 PM
A second on the overland trip. Some macho guys may brag about that overland trip toward Loreto. But, it is not for the faint of heart, or anyone who
really values their rig.
rockman - 6-6-2009 at 04:25 PM
Driving sanely, we drove 3 June, 2009 from La Purisima to Hwy 1, Km 60, in 2 hr, 20 min. A few rough spots, but no problems for folks used to
driving Baja roads. Our SUV had 25# in each tire. Where there was washboard, about 33 mph matched the harmonic.
woody with a view - 6-6-2009 at 05:01 PM
cheater!
try it going towards the coast and UPHILL on those "hairy" spots. it is a beautiful drive on a bad road. we saw 1 other vehicle in the first 45
minutes and then nothing until the lookout over la purisima.
shari - 6-6-2009 at 05:09 PM
I second or third Gnu's advice...very wise man....25 lbs. pressure is still too much.
East Road and La Purisima Hotel?
elfbrewery - 2-2-2011 at 03:20 PM
Has anyone driven the "East Road" (San Isidro to Hwy 1) this season?
Is the hotel in La Purisima still in operation??
Thanks for the photos and posts. Hope to get some more info for an upcoming trip.