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Hello all,

Planning to travel to Baja within the next month or so. No particular endpoint, but probably will go well into Baja Sur. I traveled the entire peninsula 10-15 years ago, but the part that I don't like is getting through the border towns.

I'm wondering if there is a group that coordinates caravans down to Baja? I'm thinking that the caravan members do not necessarily need to have the same ultimate destination, but it would nice to get through the border towns with "safety in numbers."

Thoughts?

Thanks!
 
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JT87 said:
Hello all,

Planning to travel to Baja within the next month or so. No particular endpoint, but probably will go well into Baja Sur. I traveled the entire peninsula 10-15 years ago, but the part that I don't like is getting through the border towns.

I'm wondering if there is a group that coordinates caravans down to Baja? I'm thinking that the caravan members do not necessarily need to have the same ultimate destination, but it would nice to get through the border towns with "safety in numbers."

Thoughts?

Thanks!
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There are rv caravans that go to the Baja but they will drain your bank account. Hit the border at sunrise and get as far south of the border by the end of the first day and you'll be ok.
 
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If you just want a border buddy, try the Pan-American Travelers Association or On the Road in Mexico FB groups. There are probably other groups too but those are the ones we used.
 
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Check FB's Talk Baja and Baja Caravans. There a lot of people on both.
Mexicali is the most popular entrance taking 5 south, it is faster and less mesa driving. Many like is as you bypass SQ and all the town traffic. Ensenada has a big road project and is also slow to get through.
 
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Check FB's Talk Baja and Baja Caravans. There a lot of people on both.
Mexicali is the most popular entrance taking 5 south, it is faster and less mesa driving. Many like is as you bypass SQ and all the town traffic. Ensenada has a big road project and is also slow to get through.
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Thanks for all the replies.

MMc: what is "SQ"? San Quintin? If San Quintin, what's the scene there these days that makes you want to bypass? Years ago, I heard of migrant labor there and some associated petty crime, but nothing too crazy.
 
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Yes, SQ is San Quintin. It is heavy farmed, so the roads are slow because of the farming equipment and busses taking folks to and from the fields. Many get upset because you average about 25 miles per hour for about 20 miles. I live in LA and don't care about driving slow anymore. I love the area, the outer bay and peninsula are very cool. Most folks are going 5 these days, I take 1 as I have my favorite places to eat and camp. You miss Cativina also buy taking 5. You'll most likely find others going 5 instead of 1.
 
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JT87 said:
Hello all,

Planning to travel to Baja within the next month or so. No particular endpoint, but probably will go well into Baja Sur. I traveled the entire peninsula 10-15 years ago, but the part that I don't like is getting through the border towns.

I'm wondering if there is a group that coordinates caravans down to Baja? I'm thinking that the caravan members do not necessarily need to have the same ultimate destination, but it would nice to get through the border towns with "safety in numbers."

Thoughts?

Thanks!
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Any update?

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Any update?

Edit: Seems not
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Sorry for the late reply; I was off-grid near the Grand Canyon.

As I'm sure you know, about a week after my April 21 post that started this thread, 3 surfers were murdered in Punta San Jose.

I REALLY wanted to go to Baja, but the tragedy was so fresh and in our heads, that my buddy and I decided to go to AZ/UT instead. Plus, we didn't have time to line up a caravan.

Most likely, I will return to Baja some day, but only as part of a caravan.
 
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Dave in AZ said:
Did NOT know about this! Was looking at going truck camping there with son to surf... no longer.
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I get it. Surfing in Baja with my truck camper is one of my fave things to do. PM me if you ever want to caravan. With a little notice, I can possibly line up a couple other TCs to join. There's some safety in numbers --- and in avoiding certain areas.
 
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Hey all,
my girlfriend and I had plans to go to San Quintin and possibly further south, for the week of July 4th. Likely crossing in Tecate on Saturday morning (the 30th). We heard of the surfers and began looking at other options. But after talking to some folks including Micheal of Slow Baja. We’re returning to our plans. I don’t have final plans for the first few nights but looking at maybe don eddies or old mill, just to get a lay of the land then likely punta mazo for a few nights. Beach, fishing, tacos, cervezas and as much seclusion as possible, are the goals.
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Sorry for the late reply; I was off-grid near the Grand Canyon.

As I'm sure you know, about a week after my April 21 post that started this thread, 3 surfers were murdered in Punta San Jose.

I REALLY wanted to go to Baja, but the tragedy was so fresh and in our heads, that my buddy and I decided to go to AZ/UT instead. Plus, we didn't have time to line up a caravan.

Most likely, I will return to Baja some day, but only as part of a caravan.
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Wow, seems not that safe. But in this world crime is everywhere. I always try my best to stay away from negativity.
 
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San Quintin is a great place! I would not be camping solo there, i haven't soloed there tens of years. I have camped at some of the Oyster huts ask around around. In July I am staying at the kayak rental place, Punta Mazo is always good and is alway a great camp.
Cielito Lindo does allow you to camp in there parking lot,.
You can alway stay at Coyote Cals or 4 casas hostels both a bit north have camping and safe.
Fishing, Kayaking, Surfing, Off roading, Hiking. Eating local are fantastic.
 
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Late to catch up to this thread. ...... Keep me posted of any 2024 Baha caravans or overlanding trips where as I could join.
 
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