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Is Los olivos campground closed? Alternatives?

Whale-ista - 2-6-2015 at 02:39 AM

I heard that Los Olivos campground in San Quintin is closed. Not sure for how long.

How is Don Eddies as an alternative? Ok for tent camping?

Other suggestions welcome.

windgrrl - 2-6-2015 at 06:37 AM

The Los Olivos website lists a bit of information and contact numbers.
http://www.losolivosrvpark.com/?page_id=60

It was open in November, has been open the past 5 years when we pass through in November and March.

mcnut - 2-6-2015 at 09:01 AM

Was open late December 2014.

Bruce

David K - 2-6-2015 at 09:32 AM

The owner of Los Olivos is a Baja Nomad 'Marita-Los Olivos', her last post was last September: http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=75384&pag...

Martyman - 2-6-2015 at 09:56 AM

Cielito Lindo has camping and ya gotta love the margaritas!

BajaGringo - 2-6-2015 at 10:08 AM

When folks have asked me for safe camping recommendations here in the San Quintin area, I would suggest Los Olivos and Don Alvaro's place out here at La Chorera. If Los Olivos is closed, you can find a very safe place to camp on the beach out here just a half mile south of us at Don Alvaro's. He can accomodate tent camping and RV's although there are no hookups available. Very nice spot on the beach and he usually can provide fresh oysters, clams, lobster and fish if requested.

For those of you on facebook you can see some photos here:

Don Alvaro's Beach Camp at La Chorera

Map to Don Alvaro's Camp





Bob53 - 2-6-2015 at 10:39 AM

I've camped here on several occasions and it was nice. Huge beautiful beach that is usually secluded. Very secure campground.
http://www.ontheroadin.com/fidels-el-pabellon-san-quintin-ba...

Whale-ista - 2-6-2015 at 12:05 PM

Thanks for the suggestions. While whalewatching last month, I heard that Olivos was closed- not sure of details why, if it is temporary or....

So I'm looking for safe alternatives for camping, with showers/bathrooms, and ideally near the water. And withiing walking distance of good places to eat would be great!

Ha! Asking too much?

Saw the Don Eddie ad in Discover Baja newsletter- anyone know much about their facilities for tent/RV camping? Good food?

Thanks for the helpful Information!

Whale-ista - 2-6-2015 at 12:06 PM

Thanks. I see their signs every trip, haven't checked them out.
Any restaurants nearby?
Quote: Originally posted by Bob53  
I've camped here on several occasions and it was nice. Huge beautiful beach that is usually secluded. Very secure campground.
http://www.ontheroadin.com/fidels-el-pabellon-san-quintin-ba...

BajaGringo - 2-6-2015 at 12:44 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Whale-ista  
Thanks. I see their signs every trip, haven't checked them out.
Any restaurants nearby?

Quote: Originally posted by Bob53  
I've camped here on several occasions and it was nice. Huge beautiful beach that is usually secluded. Very secure campground.
http://www.ontheroadin.com/fidels-el-pabellon-san-quintin-ba...


I used to also suggest there but have heard a couple reports recently of campers having problems at Pabellon including theft and assault.

Sad but I don't send my friends there anymore...

bajabuddha - 2-6-2015 at 12:57 PM

Sorry to hear about El Pabellon..... that's been my go-to spot for almost 20 years. I'll pass it on.

Carol - 2-6-2015 at 05:17 PM

I am at Jardines today and Los Olivos is open. The sign says closed Wednesday.(?)
The last few times I have stayed at pabellon It has not felt comfortable

Bajahowodd - 2-6-2015 at 05:56 PM

One of the benefits of staying at Los Olivos is that you can take a five minute(or less) walk to a really good restaurant at Jardines.

Bob53 - 2-6-2015 at 06:12 PM

But it's a long distance to the beach. But Jardines has the best food in town though in my opinion.

Bob53 - 2-6-2015 at 06:14 PM

Quote: Originally posted by BajaGringo  
Quote: Originally posted by Whale-ista  
Thanks. I see their signs every trip, haven't checked them out.
Any restaurants nearby?

Quote: Originally posted by Bob53  
I've camped here on several occasions and it was nice. Huge beautiful beach that is usually secluded. Very secure campground.
http://www.ontheroadin.com/fidels-el-pabellon-san-quintin-ba...


I used to also suggest there but have heard a couple reports recently of campers having problems at Pabellon including theft and assault.

Sad but I don't send my friends there anymore...

That's sad to hear. I actually haven't stayed there in about three years and never had any problems. I'll avoid that spot in the future.