Northern Baja

There is much to see on the Baja Peninsula and the northern border is the gateway. Whether you are planning to make the journey all the way to Cabo or just stop in the northern section, here are a few things you should consider checking out:

Scenic Road Mex 1

This Tijuana to Ensenada coastal route is a toll road, but that means it is well maintained. It is compared to the Big Sur route in California and reportedly has several scenic turnouts. Many of these have been identified on the interactive map.

Ensenada

Ensenada is the third-largest city on the peninsula and one of Mexico’s busiest ports, but it is also widely regarded as an important resort town. It has been referred to as "The Cinderella of the Pacific," because of its climate and proximity to the ocean.

The shops on First Street along with views and beaches along the coast should be on your list. Local production of olive oil and wine (really good wine) are other things to consider while in the area.

Constitution of 1857 National Park

This 1200 acre park was set aside in 1962 to protect a section of pine forest in Sierra de Juárez. The park landscape is covered with a system of small lakes. At 5500 feet, it is much cooler than the desert below. There is camping, but it is unclear what type of vehicles it will accommodate. There is a very good writeup done by the National Parks Association.

Sierra de San Pedro Mártir National Park

The Sierra de San Pedro Mártir National Park was established in 1947 to preserve the pine forests and dramatic granite rock formations in this section of the Baja Peninsula. It is home to big horn sheep and the California condor. The park also hosts Mexico's largest optical observatory, which is one of the most important in Latin America.