North America
Baja California Highway 1
Mexico
Distance
1,700 km
Duration
5–7 days
Best Season
October – April
Difficulty
Moderate
Theme
Adventure
The world's longest peninsula drive, Highway 1 traces 1,700 km of Pacific surf, Sea of Cortez lagoons, giant cardón cacti, and grey whale sanctuaries from Tijuana all the way to Cabo San Lucas.
Explore on the interactive map →Stops along the route
Travel advisory
The route begins with a US-Mexico border crossing at Tijuana requiring a valid passport, and a temporary vehicle import permit is needed south of Ensenada. Highway 1 is fully paved but narrow with no shoulders in many sections, minimal lighting, and very long gaps between fuel and services; carry extra fuel, water, and a roadside emergency kit.