Baja is not only about the Divide but also about many others shorter incredible trips that go from a simple overnighter to multi-days journeys. Discover our constantly growing map of routes here ( Please remember that rain can completely change the conditions of roads. We try to give the most updated versions of the routes by staying in contact with locals ranchers who report us constantly the latest conditions but many times it is hard even for us to find out quick if things have changed in very remote areas. So please make sure you always ask informations to the ranchers along the way about how the following sections of a route are especially if there have been serious precipitations in the past summer. The Mexican Government takes care of remote communities and always sends a military team out with a bulldozer to fix the ranch roads after a heavy rain season but unfortunately the road fixing teams are normally only one or two in a very big area, sometimes in all Baja, and can take long time to plow every main way across the Sierra and each individual ranch access. It is very important that you are in a good physical trained condition anytime you venture with your bike in Baja because roads can be much harder than what other cyclists have reported. Do not make it a matter of proud, if you feel that heading back or hitching a ride on a pick-up is better, that means it is probably a smart lifesaver decision. Always check and ask for updates on routes AFTER a rain – this is also the reason why we don’t include WAYPOINTS in our gpx files due to their unreliablility especially regarding water, ranches and road conditions markers ):
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Cabos San Lucas – San Josè del Cabo
About our rating system This 30-mile (48 km) route offers a unique and much quieter perspective of Los Cabos, connecting the two most popular tourist destinations in Baja by bike and through nature. While you’ll start and end in more developed areas, the serene and scenic landscape in between out of phone signal will quickly…
The new RATING system for routes: differentiated and safer
We believe that the current method of assessing the difficulty of bikepacking routes is inappropriate and can put many people at risk. Like many other outdoor activities (surfing, climbing, etc.), bikepacking has seen an exponential rise in popularity since the pandemic, creating a vast audience for all related content. This means that anyone producing such…
Are you ready for the Baja Divide? Test it in only 1h (10miles).
The famous route might be nothing like what you expect, and the key to success is preparation. Down in San Juanico, the locals have mapped out a 10-mile training micro-divide loop that replicates the most common terrains and challenges found on the major route. From sandy hills to rocky climbs, stunning vistas to wide, loose…
Alternative Baja Divide section to Mulegé from the Pacific
Recently Mattia Dalvit (@busyerode), his cycling partner Kevin and friend Indiana Schulz (@cycling_kindness), explored a new incredibly beautiful way, with many very furnished resupply spots, iconic little villages, cave paintings and oasis to reach Mulegé coming from the Pacific Ocean that includes some serious climbing, an unmatchable high pass view, a radical 1.5h hike-a-bike and…
San Juanico – Guadalupe Mission
An amazing 3 nights trips on a small chunk of the Baja Divide plus a detour off the beaten path to one of the lost missions of Baja and crowned by a hike to an unexpected high mountain pass with one of the most stunning views of the region. Abundant water and friendly ranches with…
San Juanico Mesa loop
A stunning and challenging half-day route with the best views of the area and all possible types of terrains with the option to see some ancient indigenous rock carvings. No water refill on route. Route goes through private ranch and lock gate, ask local bikepackers supporter for directions ( Bikepackers supporter map: https://bikepackingbaja.com/bikepackers-supporters/ ). REMEMBER. If you…
San Juanico – Santo Domingo ranch
An amazing overnighter to one of the most surprising spots of the area. a hidden off-the-beaten-path deep canyon, one of the very few with ever running water, where few privileged ranches have gardens and fruit trees. A couple of steep climbs and mixed terrain. Water not an issue. REMEMBER. If you want to make sure…
San Juanico – La Ventana ancient ranch
A rough route that will take you to one of the oldest human settlements of the region, dating almost 300years , this ancient ranch with ever running water has history that can be felt in the air. Almost no climbing. Last 6 miles very rough. Only water the one from the creek. REMEMBER. If you…
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