Baja California RV Vacation Itinerary

There are so many things to do in San Diego we could hardly list them all here, but we're recommending you stop and stay for a few days.  You'll want to see things like the USS Midway Museum, the Old Globe Theatre, the San Diego Zoo, Sea World, and much, much more!

During your stay in San Diego, San Elijo State Beach offers an amazing campground atop an oceanside cliff (make your reservations early!) With extra time to discover San Diego, why not make a trip to Cabrillo National Monument, where historic sites, an 1880s lighthouse and spectacular views of San Diego are in store? Just a few miles away, Ocean Beach, with its iconic fishing pier, fertile tide pools and exciting beach town attractions gives visitors the ultimate San Diego beach experience.

Before leaving San Diego, take the ferry from the Broadway Pier across to Coronado, where dining, shopping and strolling through this vintage seaside town will refresh and entertain you. At the other end of the peninsula, San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge offers bird watchers and nature enthusiasts the chance to experience a natural salt marsh environment in a beautiful setting.

Ensenada:  RV campers love this city just 90 minutes south of San Diego! Modern, full-service RV parks just steps away from the beach are only part of the charm of Ensenada. The beach, the shops, even the surfing, attract travelers again and again! Taste the seafood or dance the night away in one of the many nightclubs, but don’t miss Ensenada on your Baja California journey.

This little town in the shadow of rugged mountains is near La Bocana Beach, a favorite place for RV visitors to unwind. If you’re up to the ten thousand feet elevation and a hike to get there, the El Rosario Monarch Butterfly Preserve is visually stunning during winter months. Insider tip: ask about guide service to the area’s petrified forest; not on the maps but worth a trip for some awesome vacation photos.

If your Baja California RV journey takes place between January and March, you’re in for a real treat during your stop in Guerrero Negro. Hundreds of grey whales come to the lagoons here to give birth to their young. Whale watching tours take you up close and personal with these giants. Other fascinating places to visit near Guerrero Negro include the enormous Dunes de Soledad, the vast salt flats near town and the world’s largest salt processing facility.

Mulege:  This palm tree shaded village nestled between two hills is the perfect place for perfect RV camping.  Book a spot in one of the many area campgrounds before you come, and then plan to spend your day here deep sea fishing, hiking or biking in the mountains or paddling a sea kayak in Bahia Concepcion.   Explore the ancient cave paintings. Spend the day scuba diving. Or simply soak up the sun on the beach at El Sombrerito. Travelling in just the right RV, you’ll be rested and ready to sample the delights of this lovely seaside town!

Arriving at Loreto, Baja California Sur, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the Sierra de La Giganta mountain range on one side and the breathtaking beauty of the Sea of Cortez on the other. Spend your day relaxing on the beach, playing golf, enjoying seafood in a local café or taking advantage of the ecotours in and around magnificent Parque Marine Nacional Bahia de Loreto.

La Paz:  Did you know Jacques Cousteau named The Sea of Cortes “The Aquarium of the World?” Why not make your RV your base camp and discover the hundreds of species of marine life in the waters near La Paz? Scuba enthusiasts, snorkelers and kayakers can get up front and personal with sea lion colonies, pods of dolphins and six different species of whales!

Imagine a laid-back beach town with white sand beaches, clear, blue water and the perfect settings for fishing, surfing or kayaking and you’ve got Los Barriles. Allow yourself to relax and unwind in this coastal oasis as you enjoy the hospitality of first-rate RV parks like East Cape RV Resort.

Cabo San Lucas, on the southern tip of the peninsula, is probably the best known destination on the Baja. Its beautiful beaches, challenging golf courses and modern conveniences make it popular with travelers from all over the world. Take the time to stroll and shop the town square and visit the historic Iglesia de San Lucas. Local outfitters offer visitors the chance to enjoy snorkeling, diving, sunset cruises to iconic Land’s End and hiking in Fox Canyon, just to name a few ways to enjoy your time in Cabo.

Todos Santos:  Home of a wide variety of birds and wildlife, this coastal town north of Cabo San Lucas attracts birdwatchers and hikers by the thousands each year. If indoor activity is where your interests lie, Todos Santos is fast becoming a cultural and artistic center with a wide variety of galleries. A nice selection of RV campsites near the beach help make this town a ‘must-do’ stop along the way!

On the trip back north, RV campers will find a wealth of attractions to entertain them as they return to La Paz. The area’s most popular site is the Espiritu Santo Archipelago and National Park, where kayak and boat tours will lead you to the park’s scenic islands and a large colony of sea lions.

Back in Loreto on the journey north, why not take a stroll along the Malecon, the town’s picturesque seaside walkway? Another way to celebrate your return to Loreto is with a tour of the islands by glass bottom boat or kayak. One last tip for getting the most out of Loreto: hire a guide for a trip to San Javier, where the 18^th century cathedral is one of the oldest in North America.

This lovely place was built by a French mining company in the late 1800s, giving it a completely different atmosphere from other Baja towns. Set up camp at a local RV resort and then take to the streets to enjoy the French-inspired architecture, impressive public buildings and a church designed by Gustave Eiffel!

While on your return trip to Guerrero Negro, take the time to enjoy the attractions you missed on the trip down the Baja. If you’re looking for new ideas, consider one of the local tours into the desert in search of ancient cave paintings or the ruins at Pozo Aleman.

Catavina:  Get your camera ready and make a stop in Catavina to record its natural desert beauty. A nearby boulder field will fascinate budding rock hounds! Unusual plant species and Indian cave paintings make Catavina a nature photographer’s paradise. Roll through the desert in the air conditioned comfort of your RV rented from El Monte RV!

You’ll be driving through fertile farm country as you approach Colonet, but for tourists, the attraction of stopping in this little seaside village is the chance for deep sea fishing. Join one of the local charters and fish for red snapper, lingcod and halibut, and expect outstanding results. Just hoping to relax for the day? Visit the local taco stands for some of the best fish tacos in Mexico. 

San Diego:   Desert, mountains, ocean—what’s not to love about San Diego? The hardest part of this leg of your journey will be deciding which activities to do first! Kids want to visit Legoland? Mom wants to shop at nearby outlet malls? Maybe Dad would like to try his hand at kitesurfing! Why not do them all? The money you’ll save camping in a luxurious RV will make all your dreams affordable!This 19 night trip takes you from Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas and back.

 Return your motorhome to our San Diego location by 11:00am, full of petrol.