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[*] posted on 3-14-2013 at 10:31 AM
The Best Of Baja......Campgrounds


Ok, after posting the best of RV parks, DK asked about campgrounds, so lets start a separate category for campgrounds. I would like to keep this list of campgrounds associated with an organized location and not a camping spot on the beach, we can add a separate posting for the best camp spots off the beaten path.


I would like to categorize it by Pacific and Sea of Cortez.

Please provide the following, if possible:

1. Campground Name

2. Campground style, Rustic or Facilities


2. Location, if you can provide either GPS coordinates or a google map

3. Any information regarding pricing, contact information, web page etc.

4. Your personal experience, why you liked it or didn't. And when you went, what time of year, local attractions etc.

Thanks

Once I have these compiles I will repost them in a organized data base
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[*] posted on 3-15-2013 at 09:13 AM


I'll add one. However, when you get to the list of off-the-beaten path camp spots, I won't reveal my secrets!

Los Olivos campground, San Quintin. Cost is $80 pesos for one person, not sure about the cost for more than one person. Clean, with playground, showers. Located in an olive grove, fenced, next to dirt city street which can be a bit noisy, but usually quiets down after dark. Walking distance to Jardines restaurant down the street. Happy hour there 4 - 7. Unusually good birding. The 3 times I have stayed there, only 1 or 2 other campers. See signs on Hwy. 1.
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[*] posted on 3-15-2013 at 09:57 AM


http://www.campdaggetts.info/

LOVE this place.....

Far enough away from the town...yet close enough.
Campsite has a little cool out buildings with fire BBQ

Hired fishing guilds
Kayaking
Shore fishing
Showers
6 room Motel in case you want to get civilized....
http://www.campdaggetts.info/




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[*] posted on 3-15-2013 at 10:16 AM
Campo/Playa/Rancho Nuevo Mazatlan


Cortez side, near San Felipe, about 23 miles south, kilometer marker 32.

Shade tree camping (the only forest next to a beach in Baja!), Showers (unheated), Flush toilets...







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When we couldn't get onto Shell Island, in 2006 as it was surrounded by water, as it occasionally does, we camped at Nuevo Mazatlan with Hotschott and Val...








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[*] posted on 3-15-2013 at 10:30 AM


Haven't stayed there recently but Punta Chivato I hear is still open. Trash pickup was provided and a few holy palapas with some moorages in front of the camp. Look out for sting rays.
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[*] posted on 3-15-2013 at 10:57 AM


Here is a sight for first timers http://www.ontheroadin.com
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[*] posted on 3-15-2013 at 11:15 AM
Camp Beluga, Gonzaga Bay



GPS: 29°46.47', 114°22.97' (NAD27)

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Campo Beluga has a nice set up with palapas, flush toilets and showers.
It is located just over a mile south of Alfonsina's and Rancho Grande.













My trip report Belugs comment from President's Day weekend 2007:
We stayed at Campo Beluga (1.2 miles south of Alfonsina's Pemex/ Rancho Grande store) and Baja Angel and I were VERY IMPRESSED! Palapas, flush toilets, showers(not heated)... $15 per night.




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[*] posted on 3-15-2013 at 12:17 PM


Try San Lucas Cove. The campground is now kept very clean, fresh hot water, a restraunt on the weekends that matches Rays. Good spot when going north or south. $10 a night.
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[*] posted on 3-15-2013 at 02:09 PM


We drove through SLC on our return trip. I agree that it appears to be well kept. Beachfront all seemed to be permanent folks. Easy access and turn-around.



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[*] posted on 3-17-2013 at 10:07 PM


Can anything beat Guadalupe canyon, nope
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[*] posted on 3-18-2013 at 08:31 AM


Have not returned since family shut off water to Arturo's camp after our last trip in 2008. Do you have any updates? Only Arturo's had private camp sites, very special indeed.



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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 06:49 AM
Are there


. . .any more???
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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 10:59 AM
for Larry K


Where is this for the unfamiliar?

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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 11:07 AM


Quote:
Originally posted by John M
Where is this for the unfamiliar?

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John,

San Lucas Cove is between Mulege and Santa Rosalia.

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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 12:22 PM
Mountains Anyone?


Sierra de San Pedro Mártir National Park

I'm looking forward to returning. Easy drive from the border.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sierra_de_San_Pedro_M%C3%A1rtir...




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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 01:42 PM


One of my favorite's is Campo Renee, between Visciano and san Ignacio. Anybody have some pick's to share?



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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 03:34 PM


I like the one next to San Lucas Cove. Friendly and cheaper.

La Jolla Beach Camp is the best on the Pacific side. Just a few miles South of Ensenada.
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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 03:45 PM
pacific campgrounds


I for one am hoping this thread gets traction. With the extent of knowledge here, it could turn into a list of real value for my proposed trips down the peninsula. If only I had this kind of information in the old days.
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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 04:05 PM


There is a campground with running water, bathrooms and showers in San Nicolas owned by Terry Bastida.

Problem is communication.

There is a store, church, medical clinic and school in San Nicolas and fishing.
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[*] posted on 9-5-2013 at 04:25 PM


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