Off-Road Trails in Baja California

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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
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
Learn more about Around Cerro Anegado
Around Cerro Anegado

Around Cerro Anegado

This trail begins off Mexico 2 Libre near El Hongo, marked by signs for Cienego Redondo and Rancho Isabel. Initially, you'll traverse a well-maintained dirt road with occasional washboards, winding through intriguing landscapes as you…
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Total Miles
9.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Around Cerro el Moreno
Around Cerro el Moreno

Around Cerro el Moreno

This is a brief and straightforward off-road trail originating from Mexico 5 and looping back to the same highway. Upon entering from the north, navigating around the abandoned structure may require some discretion, as vehicles…
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Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Arroyo Colonet
Arroyo Colonet

Arroyo Colonet

Upon reaching Colonet via Highway One, take a right turn before the bridge, marking the beginning of your venture along the dirt road. This path will lead you alongside the wash, ultimately guiding you to…
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Total Miles
9.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Arroyo El Rosario
Arroyo El Rosario

Arroyo El Rosario

This off-road route, beginning or ending in the town of El Rosario, primarily follows the Arroyo, with about 90% of the mileage winding through 6 to 12 inches--or more--of sandy terrain. To navigate the Arroyo…
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Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Backcountry Gateway Trail
Backcountry Gateway Trail

Backcountry Gateway Trail

The Backcountry Gateway Trail is a partially graded sandy route that serves as the primary access road from San Felipe to a network of rugged backcountry trails. It's a practical and scenic connector, ideal for…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Bahia de las Animas
Bahia de las Animas

Bahia de las Animas

This side trail from Valle de los Cirios takes you to the cove/beach of Bahia de las Animas. The trail is easy enough for 2WD, and even the low clearance of a BMW X5 made…
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Total Miles
10.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Winter, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Bahia Soledad
Bahia Soledad

Bahia Soledad

This off-road trail presents a formidable challenge, earning its reputation largely due to several steep, soft sections that can be particularly tough to navigate. These areas demand both skill and precision, especially when combined with…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Base of the Los Cuevitas Range and Back
Base of the Los Cuevitas Range and Back

Base of the Los Cuevitas Range and Back

Experience the beauty of nature with this scenic out-and-back trail leading to the mountain base. Most of the track is solidly packed, with occasional soft sections and wash crossings. It's advisable to have 4WD due…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Beach Road to the Coastal Route
Beach Road to the Coastal Route

Beach Road to the Coastal Route

This scenic off-road trail offers a smooth alternative to the washboard beach route, leading you along a nature reserve rich with unique plant life and vibrant bird species. It's an easy path, suitable for any…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Beach Route Fidel
Beach Route Fidel

Beach Route Fidel

Starting near the Hotel Mision Santa Maria, this off-road trail takes you over sand dunes, where careful navigation is needed due to soft patches and deep areas, before leading to a firm, hard-packed beach. For…
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Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about BOLA Cutoff
BOLA Cutoff

BOLA Cutoff

Starting off Highway 1, this trail begins by winding gently through a flat desert stretch, where some litter is visible near the highway but clears up within the first quarter-mile. Soon, it joins a more…
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Total Miles
9.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Bosque de Ocotillos
Bosque de Ocotillos

Bosque de Ocotillos

Bosque de Ocotillos or Ocotillo Forest Trail is a dynamic offroad route rated at difficulty level 4, known for its technical features and striking desert beauty. The trail winds through an ocotillo forest and a…
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Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Calamajue Canyon Trail
Calamajue Canyon Trail

Calamajue Canyon Trail

As one embarks on the desert trail, commencing at the once-known intersection of Cocos Corner, the initial path reveals itself as a rugged and narrow dirt road that accommodates only a single vehicle at a…
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Total Miles
28.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Camino del Canon
Camino del Canon

Camino del Canon

Starting at an elevation of approximately 1,200 feet, this canyon road offers a steep and scenic descent over the initial 2.5 miles until you reach sea level. The journey begins under a canopy of trees,…
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Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Camino La Laguna Hanson to Highway 3
Camino La Laguna Hanson to Highway 3

Camino La Laguna Hanson to Highway 3

This gentle trail guides you to the historic Laguna Hanson Road and down to Mexico 3, serving as an excellent shortcut for those traveling from the San Felipe or Mike's Sky Ranch areas. This route…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
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 El Compadre North to Laguna Hanson Crossover
El Compadre North to Laguna Hanson Crossover

El Compadre North to Laguna Hanson Crossover

This off-road trail offers a diverse and challenging experience, starting in the northern section of El Compadre and concluding just north of where the two Laguna Hanson routes converge. Enthusiasts can expect a mix of…
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Total Miles
15.1
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about El Compadre to Control Tower
El Compadre to Control Tower

El Compadre to Control Tower

This trail extends from El Compadre Road to the Control Tower Trail near the control tower. Some sections on the El Compadre side are rough and rutted, necessitating four-wheel drive, but overall, it is a…
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Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about El Hongo Prison Loop
El Hongo Prison Loop

El Hongo Prison Loop

This route starts on Mexico 2 Libre, looping around the El Hongo Prison area before reconnecting with the highway. The first half mile is deteriorated pavement, mostly covered with dirt, leading to a graded dirt…
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Total Miles
7.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about El Machorro Descent
El Machorro Descent

El Machorro Descent

The El Machorro Descent off-road trail skirts the rugged base of Cerro El Machorro, offering adventurous drivers a diverse mix of terrain and stunning vistas. Departing from San Felipe, the first section of the trail…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Winter, Summer, Spring
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