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Beagle
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Punta Conejo camping?
Hey Nomads. Going back down to Todos Santos In late January and wanted to do a little 1-2 day trip up to Conejo. Any tips from anyone that has been
there?
Road conditions? Camping situation? I've heard of this Nardo character that is the caretaker.
Also, I'm bringing the girlfriend. Is this a bad idea? She surfs and has agreed to go scope it out with me.
Thanks for any help!
Beagle
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Been a few years since I've been there but there was a real bad red ant issue when me and my girl tented there. catch this place on a south swell and
you'll never forget it . Especially if you are goofy foot. Surf fishing is ok
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It will blow out early. We always camp north of the river just in case, downside so doing so is the wind in camp. Gets good on a west too.
Dish soap will kill all the ants, use it like holly water at mass.
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Beagle
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Thanks Hombre and Mmc!
MMc-Why is it that you camp North of the river again? Because of flash floods?
Thanks guys!!
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Yes, I have seem the river running 3' deep didn't want to be on the wrong side if it happens again. I know most camp down in it, it's a much nicer
camp.
Quote: Originally posted by Beagle  | Thanks Hombre and Mmc!
MMc-Why is it that you camp North of the river again? Because of flash floods?
Thanks guys!! |
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StuckSucks
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The road to Conejo from Highway 1 is no big deal - I drove in/out multiple times for the 1000.
The Conejo sign at the highway is painted and steekered over - watch for it ~km80.
Here's what the road look like, about a mile from the highway:
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BooJumMan
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Nardo is a cool guy, he's a talker though.  Last time I was down there, we found
out we had the same birthday and he brought me a bunch of ceviche. Me and a friend were the only one camped there for 2 weeks in August. (That was
2009). It was hot as hell.
I've had much better luck in the winter time to be honest. The NW swells get in there just fine and i feel are better and more lined up going left.
I'll surf the right when its crowded and its really fun too. I think the area gets pretty crowded in the winter around Christmas, and you're going to
the bathroom in the bushes, so hope your GF is ok with that.
Next time I will probably camp further away from people and just walk to surf.
Yes, fishing is fun there, and the lagoon that forms inside during low tide is really fun for snorkeling.
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Beagle
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So many replies! Wasn't expecting all of this. Awesome!
Road looks great. Sweet pic, Stuck! Probably be in 2x though but I'm sure we can hang.
Boojoo-you can surf the right there?What about in Jan? Yeah I'm worried about crowds and vibes and want to tread lightly.
Gotta see what she thinks about the bathroom in the cactus.
We are going late Jan so maybe some the Xmas crowd will have thinned out a little?
How far is the ride, once you leave the pavement more or less?
Thanks for all of the info!
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the ride isn't that far. look at your map, it's right there! the right becomes rideable in the winter more than summer, but don't tell anyone.
as for the toilet situation, get a 5 gallon bucket and some 13 gallon trash bags. go to Sport Chalet and buy a toilet seat made to snap onto the
bucket and us it for your needs. your chick will thank me! after a couple of days burn the bag on your campfire or take it with you and find a town
dump for the bag. DO NOT leave toilet paper laying around. this is the new millennium!
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StuckSucks
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Yes, a 2x will make it in fine, mostly hard packed sand with rocky gardens. Maybe a dozen miles in from the highway.
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Looking north along highway 1 at the Punta Conejo turn off. The sign to Conejo is that whiteish thing, left side, behind the black truck. The dirt
road is on the hard left, out of shot.
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that truck on the left has awesome rims and tires on the front!
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Beagle
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Man, THANK you guys for all of the info. Amazing what you can find out these days with a few clicks and questions in the right place. I'll keep it to
myself out there though.
Thinking we might drive up early one morning from Todos to get away from the crowds. If it's good and the lady approves, stay the night….if it's
firing and supper chill….maybe two. Wish I could bring a dirt bike. One day.
Last question for now. It's been years since I've surfed BCS in winter. Ya think I will need at least a spring suit? I have a 2mm and that's it. Think
I will be ok?
I'm sure I will post some more noob questions when they come up! Thanks again!
BEagle
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[Edited on 12-9-2014 by Beagle]
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Just Go! Internet is why it's crowded. Oh, the beach is real sandy? Getting there is half the Fun. 40/50 guys out today in Todos Santos! Did you
hear about a little secret reef just up the coast .... divierte and get one for Curt. Tio
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That's not a dual axle, but a 1.5 axle - they share the same tire.
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Baja Nomad is THE place for more Baja data, some old and some brand spanking new!
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Beagle, My wife and mother both love this thing for traveling, Maybe a stocking stuffer for the GF?   The bucket works very well, these help while driving and strange bathrooms.
http://www.amazon.com/1st-Defense-Industries-Lady-J/dp/B000X...
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Beagle
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40-50 guys were out? Cerritos? Yikes.
Secret reef?
| Quote: Originally posted by tiotomasbcs | | Just Go! Internet is why it's crowded. Oh, the beach is real sandy? Getting there is half the Fun. 40/50 guys out today in Todos Santos! Did you
hear about a little secret reef just up the coast .... divierte and get one for Curt. Tio |
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BCS was done by the mid 80s. 
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BCS= Baja California Sur.
This is a Baja forum.
Edit-Can't afford Sumatra right now.
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