Category: Baja California Sur

Join me on an unforgettable month-long Baja California road trip, where I explored 9 iconic Spanish missions steeped in history and culture. From well-preserved churches to ancient ruins, each mission tells a story of faith, resilience, and the rich heritage of the Baja Peninsula.

The Spanish missions of Baja California were established by Jesuit, Franciscan, and Dominican missionaries from the late 17th to early 19th centuries. Their goal was to convert and educate the native populations while also expanding Spain’s influence in the New World. These missions not only introduced Christianity but also brought agriculture, architecture, and new technologies to the region. Today, they stand as powerful reminders of Baja’s colonial past, blending Spanish and indigenous cultures.

In this video, we discover the fascinating legacy of these historic sites:

– Misión San José de Comondú: Nestled in a peaceful oasis, with charming stone architecture.
– Misión de Nuestra Señora del Pilar de La Paz Airapí: The first mission of La Paz.
– Misión de Nuestra Señora de Loreto Conchó: The birthplace of California’s mission system.
– Misión San Juan Bautista (Ruins): The hauntingly beautiful remains of this historic mission.
– Misión Santa Rosalía de Mulegé: Overlooking a lush river oasis with stunning views.
– Misión San Francisco Borja: A remote desert mission frozen in time.
– Misión San Fernando de Velicatá (Ruins): The last mission founded by the legendary Junípero Serra.
– Misión San Francisco Javier de Viggé-Biaundó: an 18th-century mission known for its stunning baroque architecture.
– Misión San Ignacio Kadakaamán: A beautifully preserved mission surrounded by date palms.

Whether you’re a history buff, an adventure traveler, or just curious about Baja’s cultural treasures, this road trip will inspire you to explore beyond the beaches.

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
– Misión San José de Comondú: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kJAjDynoumTJzWXF8
– Misión de Nuestra Señora del Pilar de La Paz Airapí: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SidJ6T2ioDWgSgFEA
– Misión de Nuestra Señora de Loreto Conchó: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Kmv6ehTSauqXBVPg8
– Misión San Juan Bautista (Ruins): https://maps.app.goo.gl/maT9g4Zd5TSYbR286
– Misión Santa Rosalía de Mulegé: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jfGPUDTDwSkAgoW76
– Misión San Francisco Borja: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eC8NX9cn4Z5B3m5Q7
– Misión San Fernando de Velicatá (Ruins): https://maps.app.goo.gl/d5ZYqB1zVredECX78
– Misión San Ignacio Kadakaamán: https://maps.app.goo.gl/amzd9Sq7YxWcdQYu9

Chapters:
00:00 – Misión San José de Comondú
00:43 – Misión de Nuestra Señora del Pilar de La Paz Airapí
01:21 – Misión de Nuestra Señora de Loreto Conchó
02:48 – Misión San Juan Bautista (Ruins)
04:14 – Misión Santa Rosalía de Mulegé
05:29 – Misión San Francisco Borja
12:30 – Misión San Fernando de Velicatá (Ruins)
15:28 – Misión San Francisco Javier de Viggé-Biaundó
20:20 – Misión San Ignacio Kadakaamán

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Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime experience as I encounter super friendly and curious gray whales in the waters of Baja, Mexico! These gentle giants come right up to the boat, seeking interaction — and they even love a little touch! It’s pure magic to witness these magnificent creatures connecting with us in such an emotional, unique way. And yes, they actually let you touch them! Seriously, who can say they’ve touched a gray whale? Not many! I highly recommend doing this at least once in your life — I’ve done it three times already!

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Guerrero Negro Malarrimo Whale Watching Tours: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RQ3moS5eWm3NhY8A8

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Join us on our epic month long Baja California road trip.
We camp at the serene Ojo de Liebre Lagoon, escaping the wind in a cozy palapa, and conquer a rugged 38KM dirt road to the breathtaking San Borja Spanish Mission! We explore the abandoned El Mármol onyx mine, where vibrant rock colors contrast the vast desert, then brave a bumpy trail to the San Fernando de Velicatá Mission ruins, complete with a hidden oasis! Our journey takes us next to El Malvar, a semi-ghost town lost in time, before ending with an unforgettable beach camp at Punta Baja—alongside Baja’s friendliest pitbull, Güero!

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
Ojo de Liebre Lagoon Camping: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jBnRjnGFv9BBC8dv6
Misión San Francisco Borja: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Z1ZXXFYG1Dvrg3u58
El Marmol Abandoned Onyx Mine: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VWm1XwpXCEav1F8i6
Mision de San Fernando de Velicata Ruins: https://maps.app.goo.gl/G4iUX8mdJxR9nv446
El Malvar Semi Ghost Town: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kKCo7vTaqprGkeEx9
Punta Baja: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yWowDBF82MBYqifk9

Chapters:
00:00 – Ojo de Liebre Lagoon
01:37 – “Dunas de la Soledad” Sand Dunes
01:49 – Terrible Road Condition
02:14 – Bahia de los Angeles
02:36 – Road to San Borja
02:53 – Misión San Francisco Borja
09:39 – El Marmol Abandoned Onyx Mine
10:28 – Mision de San Fernando de Velicata Ruins
13:28 – Camping the middle of nowhere
13:38 – Nice Minerals
14:19 – El Malvar Semi Ghost Town
21:05 – Punta Baja

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Join us on our epic month long Baja California roadtrip.
Join us on an epic exploration of El Pozo Alemán, or “German Well,” a historic and true 1800s gold rush ghost town in Baja California Sur, founded in the early 1890s during the gold mining boom near Calmalli. Once a thriving mining camp with settlers from across the region and the U.S., it gradually faded as gold deposits ran out, leaving behind remnants of adobe homes, underground dwellings, and a historic cemetery. Now owned by the Villavicencio family, this site offers a fascinating glimpse into Baja’s mining history. Visitors exploring the area will be fascinated by its heritage while taking in its eerie yet captivating atmosphere.

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
Pozo Aleman: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6UCg3oJAYgsJwS3n8
El Arco: https://maps.app.goo.gl/s83SaMtmCcP95LtJ8

Chapters:
00:00 – Pozo Aleman
09:01 – The Cemetary
10:26 – El Arco’s Church
11:47 – Rusted Gold Mining Machinery
14:15 – Outro

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Join us on our epic month long Baja California road trip.
Join us on an unforgettable adventure deep into San Francisco de la Sierra, where we explore thousands-of-years-old cave paintings that have stood the test of time. These ancient artworks, remarkably well-preserved, offer a glimpse into the lives and stories of early inhabitants of Baja California.
Then, prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime experience as we encounter friendly gray whales in the waters of Baja! These gentle giants come right up to the boat, seeking interaction—and even love a little touch! Witness the magic of nature as these magnificent creatures connect with us in an emotional, breathtaking way.

Malarrimo Eco Tours: https://www.malarrimo.com/en

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
San Francisco de la Sierra Cave Paintings: https://maps.app.goo.gl/w6m8g1eGy3FMiffaA
Guerrero Negro Malarrimo Whale Watching Tours: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RQ3moS5eWm3NhY8A8

Chapters:
00:00 – San Francisco de la Sierra
00:38 – Cave Paintings
02:59 – Whale Watching Tour
09:31 – Salt Flat
10:23 – Outro

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Join us on our epic month long Baja California road trip.
Join us as we camp at the stunning Juncalito Beach near Loreto, and head on an unforgettable fishing day at Puerto Escondido Marina—wait till you see the monster we caught!
We wander through Loreto’s charming streets, visit the iconic Loreto Mission, and uncover the historic San Juan Bautista Mission ruins. Then, we find the ultimate free camping spot just south of El Requesón Beach, perfect for off-grid adventurers.
Continuing north, we explore Mulegé and its historic Spanish Mission, then visit Santa Rosalía, a town with a fascinating French mining history and the eerie La Fundidora smelter plant. Finally, we end our trip in the breathtaking oasis town of San Ignacio, home to yet another beautiful Spanish Mission.

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
Juncalito: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YS7t9yCYXHtEDHkE8
Puerto Escondido Marina: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3KYysaFi9V8FYepn8
Loreto: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tuzhQxytnCsWGCZm8
San Juan Bautista Spanish Mission Ruins: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EhBg9Ym2iSFQ4QYt8
Awesome Free Camping Spot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kLLfQbbQCY1337459
“La Huerta” Restaurante in Mulege: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2XQmHSrmtTRPUtXj8
Santa Rosalia de Mulege Spanish Mission: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QDRFSCKyyd5gtpFi6
Santa Rosalia: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fKasAChNpqPtnbd38
“La Fundidora” copper smelter plant ruins: https://maps.app.goo.gl/98nU4k3Jt8pSwHaA7
San Ignacio: https://maps.app.goo.gl/r8yi5JcpV38ZFsfX6

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
00:16 – Juncalito
01:10 – Fishing at Puerto Escondido
02:33 – Loreto
05:27 – San Juan Bautista Spanish Mission Ruins
06:55 – Awesome Free Camping Spot!
10:07 – “La Huerta” Restaurante in Mulege
10:22 – Santa Rosalia de Mulege Spanish Mission
11:35 – Santa Rosalia
12:03 – “La Fundidora” copper smelter plant ruins
12:53 – San Ignacio
14:54 – Outro

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Join us on our epic month long Baja California road trip.
First, we stop by the divers and snorkelers paradise of Cabo Pulmo. Then, we head south to Los Barriles and discover a great boondocking spot. We take a refreshing soak at the natural springs at San Bartolo. We camp at a secluded beach N.E. of the very, vert crowded Tecolote. We stumbled across the very fun and colorful Carnival at La Paz, visit its stunning Spanish Mission. Return to the heavenly Agua Verde for a couple days of relaxation and end in the impressive and always worth visiting, San Francisco Javier Spanish Mission near Mulegé!

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
Cabo Pulmo: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4wdn89bfL2mHmwoH7
Los Barriles (boondocking spot): https://maps.app.goo.gl/yDhC1QFik4t5Tpwi8
San Bartolo: https://maps.app.goo.gl/a1NAgPLdQsWPB5ju6
Tecolote (boondocking spot): https://maps.app.goo.gl/5pyFmn4TPNd6S2xb7
La Paz Spanish Mission: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Vj1JFpT7jsmkkC8dA
Agua Verde: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4JApCqLekY7XjXDZ9
San Francisco Javier Spanish Mission: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ivst1TWJ7dhdrV5a8

Chapters:
00:00 – Cabo Pulmo
01:13 – Los Barriles
02:02 – San Bartolo
02:56 – Camping beyond Tecolote
06:29 – La Paz Carnival
08:14 – La Paz Spanish Mission
08:57 – Agua Verde
12:46 – San Francisco Javier Spanish Mission

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Join us on our epic month long Baja California road trip as we explore the fascinating and ever so picturesque mining towns of San Antonio and El Triunfo. Keep on South to colorful San Jose del Cabo and boondock at a perfect little spot!
First, we soak in the charm of San Antonio and El Triunfo, once thriving mining towns, due to the discovery of gold and silver in the 1860s, leaving behind a rich mining heritage, and amazing architecture. Then, we head south to San Jose del Cabo, a very colorful town home to a beautiful Spanish Mission. And lastly, we spend the night at a perfect little boondocking spot, somewhere between San Jose and Cabo Pulmo.

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
San Antonio: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HK4NvZFB2ATzJDWS9
El Triunfo: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DJg41bTbYjRswdZs8
San Jose del Cabo: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jDzmqLvSZGj6519G6

Chapters:
00:00 – San Antonio
01:55 – El Triunfo
04:30 – San Bartolo
05:17 – Los Barriles
06:23 – Santiago
09:00 – San Jose del Cabo
09:58 – Camping near Cabo Pulmo

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Join us on our epic month long Baja California road trip as we visit the stunning historical towns of Los Comondu, La Purisima, the Haunting Poza Grande Ghost Town & La Paz!
First, we soak in some history at Los Comondú. The “Los Comondú” refers to the two historical towns of San José de Comondú and San Miguel de Comondú, the first one being home to a breathtaking Spanish Mission. Then, we head to the intriguing semi ghost town of La Purisima, a small town with an oasis in the middle of the desert. Then, we move on to La Poza Grande, a once thriving town that was destroyed literally overnight when hirricane John caused its river to unusually rise and flood the town. The ghostly remains are a true beacon for urbex enthusiasts!
Finally, we visit the La Paz Malecón, where stunning sculptures line the waterfront, even on a cold, rainy morning.

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
Los Comondú: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RVVWzmE2VD3MMqEe7
La Purisima: https://maps.app.goo.gl/igT6x6yZcbFp5HSt5
La Poza Grande: https://maps.app.goo.gl/L1Mi3ajjE8gxXxPZ9

Chapters:
00:00 – Los Comondú
02:42 – La Purisima
09:16 – La Poza Grande Ghost Town
14:06 – Puerto San Carlos
15:17 – La Paz

Recording Dates:
Feb. 9 (Los Comondu, La Purisima, La Poza Grande)
Feb. 10 (Puerto San Carlos, La Paz)

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Join us on our epic month long Baja California road trip as we visit the stunning gems of historical San Ignacio, Loreto, and the paradise that is Agua Verde!
First, we soak in the charm of San Ignacio, home to a breathtaking Spanish Mission surrounded by lush date palms. Then, we head south to Loreto, a picture-perfect coastal town with rich history and incredible scenery (and also, a Spanish Mission). But the true adventure begins on the rugged road to Agua Verde, a boondocker’s paradise with turquoise waters, towering cliffs, and pristine beaches. Is this Baja’s best beach? Watch now and find out!

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EXACT GOOGLE MAPS LOCATION:
San Ignacio: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TDV7hru6Zbtj8rRN6
Loreto: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3pGBg5Ru7DA2StsYA
Agua Verde: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CmJ1U6LrnDBFMKSZ8

Recording Dates:
Feb. 5 (San Ignacio)
Feb. 6 (Loreto)
Feb. 7, 8 (Agua Verde)

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
00:06 – Puente La Leona
02:04 – Guerrero Negro
02:34 – San Ignacio
06:19 – Santa Rosalia
07:36 – Mulege
09:00 – Abandoned hotel
12:13 – Loreto
14:39 – Agua Verde
27:38 – Outro

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