Off-Road Trails in Baja California

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Learn more about Middle South
Middle South

Middle South

This rugged trail begins along Highway 1 and is one of only two routes that connects to Middle Road. The path starts on firm ground, but quickly shifts to soft sand about 4 to 6…
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Total Miles
9.6
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Mike's Ranch Road to Lazaro Cardenas
Mike's Ranch Road to Lazaro Cardenas

Mike's Ranch Road to Lazaro Cardenas

This trail offers a graded dirt road akin to those found on BLM land in the USA, making it accessible to any high-clearance 2WD vehicle. Surprisingly, the desert vegetation and scenery along the route are…
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Total Miles
12.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about Military Checkpoint to Jesus Maria
Military Checkpoint to Jesus Maria

Military Checkpoint to Jesus Maria

If you're seeking an off-road adventure off the beaten path, this route offers a relatively easy experience, with just a few short deep sand crossings to be mindful of. When traveling south, you'll find the…
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Total Miles
18.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Mision San Borja
Mision San Borja

Mision San Borja

This is a dirt road accessing Mission de San Franciso Borja. This can be traveled as an out-and-back to the mission, back from either access point, or as a through route when coming in or…
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Total Miles
42.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Mision Santa Gertrudis La Magna
Mision Santa Gertrudis La Magna

Mision Santa Gertrudis La Magna

This scenic offroad trail leads to Mision Santa Gertrudis La Magna from Valle de Los Cirrios. The trail terrain changes frequently, from sand, rocks, dirt, to pebbles and even a little bit of rock crawling.…
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Total Miles
23.8
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Mision Santa Maria Crossover
Mision Santa Maria Crossover

Mision Santa Maria Crossover

This off-road trail offers a practical, if not particularly scenic, alternative for traveling from Bahia San Quintin to the popular Hotel Mision Santa Maria area without using Highway One, allowing you to stay on dirt…
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Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Mision Santo Domingo Canyon
Mision Santo Domingo Canyon

Mision Santo Domingo Canyon

This trail was mapped from the top, and the first half is extremely challenging. It begins with deep rain crevices that demand precise tire placement, followed by steep, rocky sections that are tough to navigate.…
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Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Monte Ceniza Nature Reserve
Monte Ceniza Nature Reserve

Monte Ceniza Nature Reserve

After enduring the bumpy washboard road, you'll be glad you made the effort to reach this stunning loop. The trail ahead is velvety smooth and a joy to drive, offering some of the best scenery…
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Total Miles
6.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Mountains Above Colonia Sante Fe
Mountains Above Colonia Sante Fe

Mountains Above Colonia Sante Fe

This route begins in the colonial Santa Fe neighborhood, located between Vicente Guerrero and San Quintin, and zigzags through a ranch before ascending into the hills. Although there are a few areas with trash at…
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Total Miles
9.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about Mountains of Vicente Guerrero
Mountains of Vicente Guerrero

Mountains of Vicente Guerrero

This trail begins near the Calimax store and heads into the hills, though you can also take an earlier turn at the end of the bridge up the Arroyo. After passing the Arroyo, a right…
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Total Miles
9.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about North of San Felipe
North of San Felipe

North of San Felipe

This trail offers a refreshing detour from the monotony of the highway en route to San Felipe, providing a taste of the Score Baja race track. Accessible from Mexico 5, it swiftly immerses you in…
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Total Miles
8.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about North or East Connection
North or East Connection

North or East Connection

This accessible road, drivable by most vehicles, links to trails heading north toward San Quintin, as well as other trails extending east and southeast for 20-50 miles before intersecting Highway 1. The trail initially winds…
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Total Miles
6.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Octillo y Cacti Wash
Octillo y Cacti Wash

Octillo y Cacti Wash

The Subida de Cactus or Cactus Rise Trail is a scenic ascent that winds from 318 feet to 775 feet in elevation, offering a vivid transformation in desert flora along the way. As the trail…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Winter, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Off Highway One
Off Highway One

Off Highway One

From the Marmol side, this rugged trail follows an old SCORE race route that runs parallel to Highway 1 between the entrance to Marmol and the Catavina area, showcasing terrain that's taken a beating over…
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Total Miles
9.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Old Checkpoint Loop
Old Checkpoint Loop

Old Checkpoint Loop

This short, straightforward route provides a quick loop off Highway 1 and back, with no significant obstacles. Entering from the northwest, you'll soon come upon a spacious gravel area, ideal for camping a dozen or…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Old El Compadre Loop
Old El Compadre Loop

Old El Compadre Loop

This short loop takes you through an old section still marked as El Compadre Road, now dotted with houses and parcels of land for sale. The route features one very steep section that may require…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Old Race Route
Old Race Route

Old Race Route

This route branches off the Dos Ranchos trail but is far less traveled, with few visible tire tracks--mostly showing signs of coyotes, horses, or cattle. Despite being an old race trail, the road remains relatively…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Old Road to Rancho Venados
Old Road to Rancho Venados

Old Road to Rancho Venados

This out-and-back trail, once the road to Rancho Venados, offers a serene adventure through a seldom-traveled path. As you embark on this journey, you'll be transported to a bygone era, traversing a faded two-track that…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Old Ruta de la Sierra San Pedro Martir
Old Ruta de la Sierra San Pedro Martir

Old Ruta de la Sierra San Pedro Martir

The off-road trail begins in the town of Emilio Zapata and follows a well-maintained road up to Montes Farms, a high-end property where a security guard may be stationed at the gate. Permission to pass…
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Total Miles
9.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Pabellon Crossover
Pabellon Crossover

Pabellon Crossover

From the intersection on El Rosario Connection, this trail veers left, skirting the edge of farmland before following a white pipe fence into a small canyon. The only notable challenge is a narrow section where…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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ATV trails in Baja California

Learn more about Bahia San Quintin
Bahia San Quintin

Bahia San Quintin

Starting from Ejido Chapala, this route traces the closest passable contour along the backside of Bahia San Quintin. Along the way, you may encounter various reptiles, unique bird species, and possibly snakes. Initially, for about…
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Total Miles
10.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Mision Santa Maria Dunes
Mision Santa Maria Dunes

Mision Santa Maria Dunes

This trail offers a challenging off-road adventure through deep sand, running parallel to the coast and ending near Highway One. Starting as a narrow path suitable only for motorcycles and ATVs, the route features rolling…
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Total Miles
6.5
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 12 North Loop
12 North Loop

12 North Loop

From the west this trail begins off Highway 12, starting as an easy, well-maintained dirt road with soft, forgiving terrain. A few miles in, you'll make a right turn, and the road transitions into a…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 12 South Loop
12 South Loop

12 South Loop

Beginning at the eastern end of the loop, this trail starts off with a lightly sandy surface, offering an easy, manageable drive. A few miles in, you'll encounter an arroyo section with sand depths exceeding…
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Total Miles
10.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
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UTV/side-by-side trails in Baja California

Learn more about Bahia San Quintin
Bahia San Quintin

Bahia San Quintin

Starting from Ejido Chapala, this route traces the closest passable contour along the backside of Bahia San Quintin. Along the way, you may encounter various reptiles, unique bird species, and possibly snakes. Initially, for about…
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Total Miles
10.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 12 North Loop
12 North Loop

12 North Loop

From the west this trail begins off Highway 12, starting as an easy, well-maintained dirt road with soft, forgiving terrain. A few miles in, you'll make a right turn, and the road transitions into a…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 12 South Loop
12 South Loop

12 South Loop

Beginning at the eastern end of the loop, this trail starts off with a lightly sandy surface, offering an easy, manageable drive. A few miles in, you'll encounter an arroyo section with sand depths exceeding…
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Total Miles
10.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Arbolitos Cove
Arbolitos Cove

Arbolitos Cove

This trail is an out-and-back route with a loop at the end, offering the opportunity to visit several lookout points ranging from 50 to 100 feet above the Pacific Ocean. Despite its short duration and…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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