Off-Road Trails in Baja California

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Learn more about Scenic Road to Rancho Alamar
Scenic Road to Rancho Alamar

Scenic Road to Rancho Alamar

Starting from the main road around Laguna Hanson, this scenic out-and-back route improves with every mile. It begins as a two-track path before quickly branching into a better-maintained road. Although the road becomes more primitive…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Scenic Route to Santa Catarina Indigenous Community
Scenic Route to Santa Catarina Indigenous Community

Scenic Route to Santa Catarina Indigenous Community

This desert trail starts outside of Heroes de la Independencia and terminates at the indigenous community of Santa Catarina. It necessitates vehicles with high clearance and 4WD due to numerous small wash crossings and off-camber…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Bag

Sleeping Bag

This trail starts easy and has a couple of spots that will test you. The trail consists mostly of hard-packed dirt with deep sand in a few places. Be careful on the hills, as it…
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Total Miles
26.1
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Smooth Scenic Road
Smooth Scenic Road

Smooth Scenic Road

This trail offers an exceptionally delightful out-and-back adventure, with the promise of extending further should time and fuel permit. The road, surprisingly smooth for a remote Baja route, undulates like a roller coaster, presenting exhilarating…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sonora Border Cutoff to Baja Highway 5
Sonora Border Cutoff to Baja Highway 5

Sonora Border Cutoff to Baja Highway 5

For travelers journeying from mainland Mexico, this route offers a more scenic and engaging alternative to reach Baja Highway 5 en route to San Felipe. Utilize the "Navigate To" function in your OnX app to…
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Total Miles
10.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about South of Cerro Blanco
South of Cerro Blanco

South of Cerro Blanco

The trail starts just south of the road from San Vicente to the coast, with a rough, washboard surface at the beginning that improves as you go. Although bumpy in spots, the road is well-maintained…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about South of Laguna Hanson
South of Laguna Hanson

South of Laguna Hanson

This trail offers a wealth of experiences despite its relatively short length. Along the route, explorers will discover charming cabins, encounter diverse wildlife, and marvel at unique rock formations amidst an intriguing blend of mountain…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Southern Loop
Southern Loop

Southern Loop

This trail branches off Dos Ranchos, and as soon as you leave the main road, you'll notice the worn tracks, bearing deep tire ruts that demand high clearance and careful navigation. Erosion from rain has…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about The Holy Grail from Punta Colonet to El Coyote Ranch
The Holy Grail from Punta Colonet to El Coyote Ranch

The Holy Grail from Punta Colonet to El Coyote Ranch

This trail takes you from the coastal town of Punta Colonet at an elevation of 348 feet (also known as Ejido, Mexico) up into the mountains to the El Coyote Ranch, at an elevation of…
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Total Miles
36.1
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Valle de Guadalupe to Russian Valley Hot Springs
Valle de Guadalupe to Russian Valley Hot Springs

Valle de Guadalupe to Russian Valley Hot Springs

Embark on a rugged adventure beginning at Via de Guadalupe and culminating at the serene Russian Valley Hot Springs. This off-road trail necessitates a four-wheel-drive vehicle due to the deep sands encountered in the washes.…
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Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Valle de los Cirios
Valle de los Cirios

Valle de los Cirios

Traveling from Bahia de los Angeles back to the 1 near Benito Juarez. This route follows some old Baja 1000 tracks at points and terrain varies from rough rocky sections to sand. The route passes…
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Total Miles
133.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about Valley of the Volcanoes to Punta Mazo Natural Reserve
Valley of the Volcanoes to Punta Mazo Natural Reserve

Valley of the Volcanoes to Punta Mazo Natural Reserve

The journey begins at Ejido Chapala, where the paved road transitions into a dirt path. While the road may be uncomfortably bumpy due to washboard patterns, it should not discourage adventurous travelers. You have the…
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Total Miles
12.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Volcano Kenton Alternate (Steep) Route
Volcano Kenton Alternate (Steep) Route

Volcano Kenton Alternate (Steep) Route

This alternate route down from the summit ramp ascends over 800 feet in under three-quarters of a mile. It is a steep, rocky trail. It is the fastest way down (or up). There are various…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Volcano Kenton Summit NE Route
Volcano Kenton Summit NE Route

Volcano Kenton Summit NE Route

The trail is a relatively easy 3.5-mile climb, but you will encounter many rocks and loose rocks throughout the trail. The trek goes from sea level up to 866 feet at the summit of Volcano…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about West Crossover
West Crossover

West Crossover

This route makes an excellent companion to the East Crossover for creating a full loop. While less treacherous than the East Crossover near its base, it does feature a steep drop into a small ravine.…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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