Went down to Baja for about a week with some friends. Explored some remote beaches and camps, visited some old favorites as well. Windy and much cooler weather with the cold front but another solid adventure down south.
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Wonderful!
How far down do you have to go before you're far enough from Hwy 1 and you can find some seclusion, as it looks like you did? Just past Maneadero and then head to the west, or, is this El Golfo de California-side camping? Thanks much--I've only been on boats in the Gulf looking longingly at the Baja California peninsula.
What was your gauge on safety there? How many rigs in your group? Any concerns for border BS or shenanigans by anyone along the way? I have always wanted to do a Baja trip, but I spent enough time traveling around Mexico to know that there can be real concerns taking built 4WDs south of the border.
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Safety is not a problem, use common sense and be aware of surroundings, follow laws. Don't leave vehicles unattended or create an easy target. Done many trips south including ferry from mainland to BCS. Usually two rigs total. No border issues other than the usual wait in line.
Use the lesser traveled crossings, do lots of reading and understand border / crossings, routes, travel times to destinations, backup camp spots. Travel by day, most of which is typically on pavement or dirt relatively low traffic especially dirt roads. I prefer to avoid hwy 1 when possible. It's narrow, higher traffic and more people along areas it bisects.
Once a couple hours south of the border, lots of desert, mountains and beaches to explore. Most of which is remote, lesser traveled routes.
Use the lesser traveled crossings, do lots of reading and understand border / crossings, routes, travel times to destinations, backup camp spots. Travel by day, most of which is typically on pavement or dirt relatively low traffic especially dirt roads. I prefer to avoid hwy 1 when possible. It's narrow, higher traffic and more people along areas it bisects.
Once a couple hours south of the border, lots of desert, mountains and beaches to explore. Most of which is remote, lesser traveled routes.
All spot on.I’ve been doing long trips in Baja and Sonora more or less since I could drive. I’ve never had any trouble. The culture presumes warmth and camaraderie. Be smart, respectful, generous, and follow the law. Speak the language, or try. Don’t drive at night, travel in small groups and avoid pavement. It’s some of the best remote beach camping in the Western Hemisphere.