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For many years, Baja California was a true hidden gem—and in many ways, it still is. Early travelers were mostly surfers, explorers, and adventurers drawn by empty coastlines and a sense of freedom that was hard to find elsewhere. In the 1970s, the completion of a two-lane highway connecting the U.S.–Mexico border to Cabo San Lucas opened the full length of the peninsula to wider travel. This accessibility fueled the growth of resort destinations like Cabo San Lucas and Todos Santos, bringing Baja into the spotlight.
La Paz, where we’re based, has followed a different path. As the capital of Baja California Sur, it has grown steadily while maintaining the character of an authentic Mexican coastal city. Just a few hours north of Cabo, La Paz feels worlds away from mass tourism. Here you’ll find a relaxed pace of life, vibrant local culture, and a city that still belongs to the people who live in it.
The region offers miles of some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, outstanding cuisine, and a stunning seaside promenade known as El Malecón. Add in affordable accommodations, snorkeling and diving, seasonal whale sharks, and warm, clear water, and it’s easy to understand why people fall in love with this place. From November through June, the surrounding area is also known for some of the best camping anywhere—warm days, cool nights, and the rare ability to camp right on the beach. For campervans, it’s hard to imagine a better setting.
This is van life as it once was: simple, open, and unregulated. Leave behind the layers of rules and restrictions and experience travel the way earlier generations did—slow, self-directed, and deeply connected to the landscape.
Despite what you may hear in the media, La Paz and much of Baja are exceptionally safe. La Paz is frequently ranked among the safest cities in Mexico and offers one of the highest standards of living in the country. The local community enjoys relatively high incomes, strong infrastructure, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere.
Between the U.S.–Mexico border and La Paz stretches roughly 800–1,000 miles (depending on route) of open desert, remote beaches, and small coastal pueblos—long, quiet roads that feel tailor-made for exploration. But don’t just take our word for it. The goal of this page is to serve as a collection of articles and videos about La Paz, Baja, and Baja California Sur. Take a look through the links below and see what this place is really about.
Articles on La Paz:
1. Desert Drives and Sea Lion Dives, the enduring draws of La Paz, Mexico (New York Times)
2. Why Visit La Paz Mexico www.themanual.com/travel/why-visit-la-paz-mexico/
3. 10 Best La Paz Restaurants www.10best.com/interests/food-travel/10-best-la-paz-restaurants-baja-california-sur-mexico/
4. La Paz, Mexicos Unsung Seaside Resort www.travelpulse.com/voices/blogs/this-summer-head-to-la-paz-mexicos-unsung-seaside-destination
5. Is La Paz Safe? www.mexicotravelsecrets.com/is-la-paz-mexico-safe/
6. A different kind of fun than Cabo. Check out this Baja California city on the Sea of Cortez (Forbes Magazine) www.forbes.com/sites/willmcgough/2025/05/19/a-different-kind-of-fun-than-cabo-check-out-this-baja-california-city-on-the-sea-of-cortez/
Things to Do:
1. Whale Watching and Tours with On Board Baja www.onboardbaja.com/
2. Rent a Sailboat with Coromuel Charters www.instagram.com/coromuelcharters/
3. Visit Balandra, one of the most beautiful beaches in Mexico. letstraveltomexico.com/balandra-beach-la-paz/
Articles we like about Baja:
1. Baja Is More Than Tacos and Beers, Overlanding To Find Secluded Beach Camping in Baja https://www.mensjournal.com/pursuits/adventure-travel/overlanding-and-beach-camping-in-baja
2.Baja California vs Baja California Sur, What is the Difference? https://www.mensjournal.com/pursuits/adventure-travel/baja-california-vs-baja-california-sur-what-is-the-difference
La Paz, where we’re based, has followed a different path. As the capital of Baja California Sur, it has grown steadily while maintaining the character of an authentic Mexican coastal city. Just a few hours north of Cabo, La Paz feels worlds away from mass tourism. Here you’ll find a relaxed pace of life, vibrant local culture, and a city that still belongs to the people who live in it.
The region offers miles of some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, outstanding cuisine, and a stunning seaside promenade known as El Malecón. Add in affordable accommodations, snorkeling and diving, seasonal whale sharks, and warm, clear water, and it’s easy to understand why people fall in love with this place. From November through June, the surrounding area is also known for some of the best camping anywhere—warm days, cool nights, and the rare ability to camp right on the beach. For campervans, it’s hard to imagine a better setting.
This is van life as it once was: simple, open, and unregulated. Leave behind the layers of rules and restrictions and experience travel the way earlier generations did—slow, self-directed, and deeply connected to the landscape.
Despite what you may hear in the media, La Paz and much of Baja are exceptionally safe. La Paz is frequently ranked among the safest cities in Mexico and offers one of the highest standards of living in the country. The local community enjoys relatively high incomes, strong infrastructure, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere.
Between the U.S.–Mexico border and La Paz stretches roughly 800–1,000 miles (depending on route) of open desert, remote beaches, and small coastal pueblos—long, quiet roads that feel tailor-made for exploration. But don’t just take our word for it. The goal of this page is to serve as a collection of articles and videos about La Paz, Baja, and Baja California Sur. Take a look through the links below and see what this place is really about.
Articles on La Paz:
1. Desert Drives and Sea Lion Dives, the enduring draws of La Paz, Mexico (New York Times)
2. Why Visit La Paz Mexico www.themanual.com/travel/why-visit-la-paz-mexico/
3. 10 Best La Paz Restaurants www.10best.com/interests/food-travel/10-best-la-paz-restaurants-baja-california-sur-mexico/
4. La Paz, Mexicos Unsung Seaside Resort www.travelpulse.com/voices/blogs/this-summer-head-to-la-paz-mexicos-unsung-seaside-destination
5. Is La Paz Safe? www.mexicotravelsecrets.com/is-la-paz-mexico-safe/
6. A different kind of fun than Cabo. Check out this Baja California city on the Sea of Cortez (Forbes Magazine) www.forbes.com/sites/willmcgough/2025/05/19/a-different-kind-of-fun-than-cabo-check-out-this-baja-california-city-on-the-sea-of-cortez/
Things to Do:
1. Whale Watching and Tours with On Board Baja www.onboardbaja.com/
2. Rent a Sailboat with Coromuel Charters www.instagram.com/coromuelcharters/
3. Visit Balandra, one of the most beautiful beaches in Mexico. letstraveltomexico.com/balandra-beach-la-paz/
Articles we like about Baja:
1. Baja Is More Than Tacos and Beers, Overlanding To Find Secluded Beach Camping in Baja https://www.mensjournal.com/pursuits/adventure-travel/overlanding-and-beach-camping-in-baja
2.Baja California vs Baja California Sur, What is the Difference? https://www.mensjournal.com/pursuits/adventure-travel/baja-california-vs-baja-california-sur-what-is-the-difference
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