(140 km/87 miles)
Today we return to Hwy 1, the Sea of Cortez and Los Barriles to the Playa Norte RV Park. Spanish for “The Barrels,” Los Barriles was given this name by early Spanish explorers and later a common stop for sailors from all countries to refill their drinking reserves from spring water, a valuable commodity on Baja. Our drive includes a stop in El Triunfo for brunch at the famous Caffe El Triunfo.
(313 km/194 miles)
Today we return to Constitución for 1 night and our destination is the Misiones RV Park, started by an Austrian decades ago. It is the seat of the municipality of Comondu. As of 2020, the city had a total population of 43,805 inhabitants. Ciudad Constitución is a small city which serves as a gateway to Magdalena Bay. We have scheduled a hosted authentic Mexican catered dinner and made arrangements for a local folkloric dance performance.
(236 km/147 miles)
Today we retrace our drive on Hwy 1 northbound as we return to Bahia Concepcion and Playa El Requesón. Todays drive will include a body break and photo stop overlooking the Loreto National Marine Reserve. We will arrive before lunch and have nothing planned during the next 4 days. This is a great time for some beach time R&R or drop over to Mark & Olivia’s Restaurant next door at the Buenaventura Resort. Mark is a huge Green Bay Packer’s fan so do not be surprised if the game is on.
(40 km/25 miles)
Today we have a very short drive to Mulege, yet another date palm oasis. The name Mulege is derived from the Cochimi language meaning “Large ravine of the white mouth.” In 1705 a mission was established which they christened Santa Rosalia de Mulege. The beautiful stone building that replaced the original still stands overlooking the river.
(285 km/177 miles)
Today well return to Guerrero Negro and a different campground which includes a unique restaurant, Wi-Fi, also a good place to collect shells! Due north from Guerrero Negro is Malarrimo Beach, famous for it’s spectacular beachcombing.
