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SoCalAl
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Camping In Bay Of L.A.
Hello Nomads,
Back to the usual each time of the year... Planning for a trip to Bahia De Los Angeles and since camp Gecko is now closed, where else is a good
place to go. I prefer the area of camp gecko but I guess anywhere in the bay will do.
Our group, as many as 12 plan to camp & fish, tring to stay with-in the limits each day. Really we plan to eat a lot fish tacos... Are
achelon and ??? dang I forget the names of the camps open for business. If they are can someone give me an email addess or phone number where a real
live human being will either answer the phone or return an email. cause when
ever I email someone in Baja they just seem not to reply. The only one that was good at repling was Doc at camp Gecko, man I am going to miss not
going there
Any if will be appreciated and thank you all in advance
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Paulina
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www.BahiaDeLosAngelesInfo.com
You will find info on camping as well as other helpful info on Mia's website.
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SoCalAl
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Need to find Camp in bay of LA?
I will try here since I think I posted in the wrong area.
I need to find a camp that will be open in early July in bay of LA. Preference near the old Camp Gecko camp. My party is expected to have as many as
12...
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SoCalal
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burritomama
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We're happy at Campo Archelon with Antonio & Bety - I'll trya dn find their email address....
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David K
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Daggett's, La Ventana, and Archelon have had Nomad campers... They are all north of town off the new paved La Gringa highway (paved half way).
http://www.campdaggetts.com
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4baja
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daggets al.
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SoCalAl
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Thanks Guys,
4baja is daggets si,ilar to Gecko.. you know the cabins and stuff like that?
Also is there any camps in the area of where camp Gecko was?
What about La Gringa is that a cool place to lay out a bunch of tents and fish of the beach and rocks. We are planning to take a bunch of kids out
there as well.
Thanks for all the info,
SoCalAl
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David K
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Al, I gave the link to Daggett's web page, above... it has photos... Yes, cabins...
No 'campos' south of town, just private homes and an undeveloped beach south of Muņoz' property (south of Gecko)... where the bay curves to the east.
Gravel beach near Punta La Gringa with lot's of space to camp in the area...
[Edited on 1-24-2007 by David K]
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tripledigitken
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We enjoyed our short stay at Daggetts. They have boats, kayaks, and dive gear for rent. A small restaurant also.
[Edited on 1-24-2007 by tripledigitken]
[Edited on 1-24-2007 by tripledigitken]
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SoCalAl
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Thanks David K and tripledigitken.. I remember driving through Daggets now.. What about a beach with some sand like Gecko....? Anything in the area
or do we have to settle for gravel beach. The question then would be how is the bottom after a few feet in the water. Will kids enjoy this gravel
beach? What is your experience there David K or anyone else who has taken children ages 7 to 15 year old..?
Thanks
Alex L
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SoCalAl
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I saw the images from the web-site.. Looks like the beach is alright at high tide and that is important. It looks like the wind hits the camp head
on there.
Also was is the general per night charge for just caming next to palapa and or a cabin...
I guess I will write the owner an email.. I would love to see more images though. If anyone has more pics please email me at lxlicea@microtek.com
Thanks
Alex
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tripledigitken
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Here is a picture of the beach in front of Daggetts.
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David K
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There is a sand beach just before La Gringa open for camping (a fee is collected where you drive through the new fence)... It is very nice, but no
facilities.
Archelon, Daggett's, La Ventana and others are between town and La Gringa.
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burritomama
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We used to pull our trailer out to La Gringa before we had the kid - now we're too tired.
Still, La Gringa is a nice place for independent camping.
I have heard great things about Daggett's.
We just got to know Antonio and Bety and things took off from there. Like Daggett's, Archelon has nice sand beach, easy launch for kayaks and ncie
swimming. Both palapas and sturdier cabanas for rent. Cabanas come with kitchen and restroom - while those camping at the palapas use shared
facilities (hot water showers).
It's a small place (which we like) - two cabanas, maybe six or so palapas with sapce for RVs and tents near each.
There always seems to be a group of kids there which is nice for our young son.
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SoCalAl
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Hey tripledigitken , David K and burritomama  ,
Can't help it with the name burritomama but ohh well.. Thanks for all the info. Now I know where to go I just hope I can communicate with no
problems..
Thank You all,
SoCalAl
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SoCalAl, communication isn't so hard. Ruben Daggett speaks good English. I don't now about Archelon. Shall find out when I arrive. My eta is 2/6 or 7.
Leaving Borrego Springs on the 2nd or 5th. Not sure yet. When are you going? If any of the Bajanomads is there, I sincerely hope to meet them because
this forum is the best !!
Hope you have a good trip to Baja. Brgds.
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Paulina
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Antonio at Achelon speaks English very well.
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Thanks Paulina
Sometimes you really do question; why you are and where you are.
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SoCalAl
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I plan to be there either late June or the 2nd week of July....
Thanks for the info..
Alex
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You should not have a problem finding a camping spot during the time frame you'll be coming down. Daggett's and Archelon are both good choices but if
you prefer more solitude there are plenty of other areas along the coast towards La Gringa and of course including La Gringa itself (and Northward).
Expect someone to come and collect for camping fees.
Usually by the 4th of July the temperatures jump considerably; 110+ in the shade is quite common. Make sure you've got plenty of shade, lightweight
cotton clothing, sunscreen, etc...Try and get your bedding/sleeping arrangements up off the ground as summertime is also when the various critters are
alot more active especially at night. Don't leave shoes on the ground at night, for instance. Put them on the top of your car. The dunes along the
beach are a favorite area for scorpions, black widows and also snakes. Make sure you've got flashlights for walking about at night.
For sleeping outside at night, make sure you bring lots of insect repellent along to keep the mosquitoes somewhat at bay.
If the West Winds kick up, they'll be HOT...like the air coming out of a hairdryer. Keep a sheet or towel handy that you can wet down and put over
you; that will help keep you cool. Summer can be a real blast, as long as one prepares for the heat and other conditions.
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