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Cabo San Lucas bound looking for some info

bbgood - 12-12-2010 at 06:15 PM

Driving from Vancouver BC, to Cabo San Lucas, can anyone suggest places to see along the Baja. maybe a good place to stay, eat. Or something that is a must? We will be crossing around the 20th of December 2010 Have lots of time. Will be crossing on ferry from
La Paz to Mazatlan.

Any comments or suggestions would be good :)

Bajahowodd - 12-12-2010 at 06:42 PM

Maybe you mean Mazatlan to La Paz? Somewhat confused, in that unless you are actually headed N/B on the ferry. There's not a huge number of places to suggest between La Paz and Cabo. A few.

bbgood - 12-12-2010 at 06:54 PM

Maybe you mean Mazatlan to La Paz? Somewhat confused, in that unless you are actually headed N/B on the ferry. There's not a huge number of places to suggest between La Paz and Cabo. A few.


We will be crossing over in Otay Mesa then driving south down the Baja to Cabo. Then we will be crossing over to the mainland to Mazatlan then traveling inland to Leon,GTO.

Otay Crossing

bajaguy - 12-12-2010 at 07:10 PM

See your u2u for Otay info

acadist - 12-12-2010 at 07:17 PM

Mallirimo at G Negro, awesome scallops

krafty - 12-12-2010 at 07:25 PM

We ate 2x last week at Mallirimos and the scallops are out of season-the tuna, grouper and fish stew were outstanding

bbgood - 12-12-2010 at 08:07 PM

How about any good hotels to stay at? Also anyone know of safe mountain biking trails to ride along the way?


Keep the info coming all you knowledgeable people.

Thanks

bajaguy - 12-12-2010 at 08:18 PM

Baja Cactus motel in El Rosario

Diver - 12-12-2010 at 08:58 PM

Stay at the Desert Inn in Catavinia for some awesome mountain biking on desert trails.
Stop at Bahia Asuncion and see Shari for a rental - also awesome mountain biking trails.
Stop at Casa Verde B&B in La Ventana - also great local mountain biking.
The list goes on .....

Diver - 12-12-2010 at 09:13 PM

BTW, the folks at Casa Verde are from Wa State and many of their guests will be bikers and sailors from the northwest. You will definitely find someone to ride with !
http://www.bajmahal.com/index.html

Baja Joes in La Ventana is a bit more basic but also nice.

La Bocana and San Ignacio also have local bike teams so probably good trails.
See Bianca in La Bocana for a rental and try Ignacio Springs B&B in San Ignacio.
The B&B has fully furnished, cozy yurts and a great breakfast; right on the river.

hot springs, kayak, and casita

coho - 12-12-2010 at 09:48 PM

You might want to consider an overnight and a day at Posada on Concepcion Bay 12 miles south of Mulege. Nice accomodations, hot springs, and kayaking. http://www.posadaconcepcion.net/rentals.html

wilderone - 12-13-2010 at 09:16 AM

Not to be a grinch, but if you spent about an hour searching the various forum files ("Accommodations", "Restaurants", etc.), you will likely find more information than you will get in replies to your post. Tons of info in past forum message threads.

bbgood - 12-13-2010 at 10:03 AM

Yes you are right and I have been checking other forums, and getting lots of info, but it doesn't hurt to get some interaction with other people on here. The more information I can acquire beforehand the better. thanks for all your replies and have a great holiday season.

oxxo - 12-13-2010 at 11:35 AM

Get the book "The Magnificent Peninsula" 95% of your questions will be answered there. Available on Amazon.com.

Yes, ate at Malarrimo last week and the sea scallops were out of season. But I grovelled a bit and they managed to make up an order for me! :spingrin: Delicious! Bay scallops are still on the menu.

[Edited on 12-13-2010 by oxxo]

Heather - 12-13-2010 at 01:37 PM

Canucks own the San Ignacio Springs spot mentioned above...I'm sure they'll treat you right! Homemade jam/jelly for breakfast, on the home-baked bread!

David K - 12-13-2010 at 03:55 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by bbgood
Driving from Vancouver BC, to Cabo San Lucas, can anyone suggest places to see along the Baja. maybe a good place to stay, eat. Or something that is a must? We will be crossing around the 20th of December 2010 Have lots of time. Will be crossing on ferry from
La Paz to Mazatlan.

Any comments or suggestions would be good :)


the Baja

Canadian speak, eh?:light:

Dave Deal art in Jimmy Smith's book:

The Baja Map-r.JPG - 23kB

Bajahowodd - 12-13-2010 at 05:26 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by bbgood
How about any good hotels to stay at? Also anyone know of safe mountain biking trails to ride along the way?


Keep the info coming all you knowledgeable people.

Thanks


Was wondering just how much time you had, and if perhaps, you had a time share in Cabo.

I note that some of the suggestions that have been made focus on your interest in mountain biking. My experience is that some of the nicer hotels and restaurants may not be convenient to the best biking. So, it's a matter of priorities.

Baja Cactus has already been mentioned as a great place to stay. I would also recommend Hotel Jardines de Baja in San Quintin, which also has an excellent restaurant.

In Guerrero Negro, it has been mentioned that Malarrimo has good food. Both Hotel Cowboy and Hotel Caracoles have good accommodations.

In Santa Rosalia, Hotel Frances and El Morro are good.

If you find yourself staying in La Paz, do not miss having dinner at Restaurant Tres Virgenes, owned by a Nomad, and perhaps among the best on the peninsula.

bbgood - 12-13-2010 at 06:10 PM

Fantastic information everyone. We will have till the beginning of the new year before we have to be over to the mainland. I will have my bike with me and I would like to go for some afternoon rides. I am getting excited about driving the Baja as I have only driven through the mainland before, I should add that my girl is Mexican as well, and if any of the people that we meet along the way are even half as nice as she is(I bet they are) I'm sure that we will have a great time.

Baja Bucko - 12-13-2010 at 07:55 PM

"The Baja" sorta dates a person.....its like dragging fingernails across a chalkboard....

mcfez - 12-14-2010 at 07:32 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by bbgood
Driving from Vancouver BC, to Cabo San Lucas, can anyone suggest places to see along the Baja. maybe a good place to stay, eat. Or something that is a must? We will be crossing around the 20th of December 2010 Have lots of time. Will be crossing on ferry from
La Paz to Mazatlan.

Any comments or suggestions would be good :)


What sort of car r u driving?

A cruising of the Sea of Cortez is a must. Swing into
Bay of Los Angeles
http://www.bahiadelosangeles.info/

Then back to the main highway. From there go down Mex -5 to Gonzaga Bay and nothward

http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/1402482259073633786BROUsQ

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chippy - 12-14-2010 at 10:43 AM

For that matter Mexicans don´t use just baja. Baja what? BCS or BCN is more common or what ever city,town or village you happen to live in.

bbgood - 12-14-2010 at 10:54 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by mcfez
Quote:
Originally posted by bbgood
Driving from Vancouver BC, to Cabo San Lucas, can anyone suggest places to see along the Baja. maybe a good place to stay, eat. Or something that is a must? We will be crossing around the 20th of December 2010 Have lots of time. Will be crossing on ferry from
La Paz to Mazatlan.

Any comments or suggestions would be good :)


What sort of car r u driving?

A cruising of the Sea of Cortez is a must. Swing into
Bay of Los Angeles
http://www.bahiadelosangeles.info/

Then back to the main highway. From there go down Mex -5 to Gonzaga Bay and nothward

http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/1402482259073633786BROUsQ



We are driving a Toyota Tacoma 4X4, So if you know of any cool spots that we can get to let me know :)

mcfez - 12-14-2010 at 01:55 PM

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Originally posted by bbgood
Quote:
Originally posted by mcfez
Quote:
Originally posted by bbgood
Driving from Vancouver BC, to Cabo San Lucas, can anyone suggest places to see along the Baja. maybe a good place to stay, eat. Or something that is a must? We will be crossing around the 20th of December 2010 Have lots of time. Will be crossing on ferry from
La Paz to Mazatlan.

Any comments or suggestions would be good :)


What sort of car r u driving?

A cruising of the Sea of Cortez is a must. Swing into
Bay of Los Angeles
http://www.bahiadelosangeles.info/

Then back to the main highway. From there go down Mex -5 to Gonzaga Bay and nothward

http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/1402482259073633786BROUsQ



We are driving a Toyota Tacoma 4X4, So if you know of any cool spots that we can get to let me know :)


Good car for the route I showed. There are 100's of great things to do from this route. I like it also because...it's more out of the way of populations like TJ and Ensenada and so forth.

Any of these towns i listed has sleepy motels to campsites. Fishing, quad, sightseeing, hiking, snorkeling.....endless stuff to do.

bahía de los ángeles (BoLA):
http://www.vacationrentals.com/vacation-rentals/13432.html
http://www.campdaggetts.com

We love both of these places. Neat-clean-secured
In town there are motels too, with all services. Town is really cool to explore. Inexpensive area...loaded with things to do. Several of our BN's here reside there.


Gonzaga Bay
http://www.bajaexpo.com/cities/gonzaga.htm

The road here is rough. Go slow. daytime only. From Mex 5 you want to top off your fuel. Carry a fuel can too for the heck of it.
Stay at Alfonsina's Motel. Great chow there too. Extremely reasonable priced. There is gas here...if you dont see anyone there..walk towards the rear of the building...and look around. A full market near by. Several campsites. No much else! Thats good!

Leaving here for further north, the road is really rough for 20-30 miles...then it's a piece of cake.

You'll get the true Baja feeling from this route.

But....there is sooooo much more pass south of BoLA...other BN's here will fill in with their posts.



[Edited on 12-14-2010 by mcfez]

bbgood - 12-15-2010 at 08:24 PM

Thanks for all the great info everyone!

We have about 10 more hours and then we aim the truck south for the USA Boarder then on to Mexico.

Maybe we will run into some of you along the way and have a Christmas Cheer :)

David K - 12-15-2010 at 10:38 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by bbgood
Thanks for all the great info everyone!

We have about 10 more hours and then we aim the truck south for the USA Boarder then on to Mexico.

Maybe we will run into some of you along the way and have a Christmas Cheer :)


Want a look at some of what is around various Baja destinations?: http://vivabaja.com/tours

Oh, and my Baja vehicle is a 4WD Tacoma, as well!

David K - 12-15-2010 at 10:51 PM

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Originally posted by lencho
Quote:
Originally posted by David K
the Baja

Canadian speak, eh?

Jew espeak espanish, bolillote? As I'm sure you must know due to your years of experience here, "La Baja" is common usage among the native folks that live in the place. :)


You haven't read much of my take on La Baja, I guess???
Unlike Jimmy Smith and Baja Bucko, I don't have a problem with it because to me it is just short for 'The Baja Peninsula' and doesn't mean 'The Lower'. I have actually posted in defence of that term quoting Antonio of Baja Cactus saying La Baja (The Baja) is fine and is common for Mexicans of Baja California. In English, I have been asked by locals, "You like it here in the Baja?".

However, when 'the' is put in front of Baja, it usually indicates a Canadian post... now, why do you suppose that is? Have you heard of The Congo, The Sudan, The Sahara...???

Just searched... here is a long thread from 2008 with a poll THE BAJA???: http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=31526 Lencho, check out the photo of my old license plate in there!

[Edited on 12-16-2010 by David K]

David K - 12-16-2010 at 09:47 AM

Nothing more than just sharing what I had on 'The Baja'... That Dave Deal drawn comic globe was from Jimmy Smith's book.

Again:
Just searched... here is a long thread from 2008 with a poll THE BAJA???: http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=31526
Lencho, check out the photo of my old license plate in there!