From Santa Catarina to the Sea: Baja’s High Desert to Coastal Descent – Day 2, Part 1
Baja doesn’t rush. It reveals. One mile at a time.
Day 2 of our 1,300-mile off-road journey from La Rumorosa to Cabo San Lucas began in El Rosario, Baja California. We had 253 miles ahead of us, and we left after breakfast, arriving at our destination after the sun had set.
This video captures just one segment of that full day: the descent from a remote high-desert ranch near Santa Catarina—marked on Google Earth at 29°43’15″N, 115°07’51″W, elevation 314 meters—down to the Pacific coast.
While the day overall demanded stamina and planning, this stretch gave us a welcome opportunity to settle into the rhythm of the ride and take in the raw beauty of Baja.
🏜️ Wide-Open Washouts and Desert Lines
Between Santa Catarina and the ocean, the terrain was dusty and unpredictable. Deep washouts kept us alert, but there were no breakdowns or major challenges on this leg. Compared to other days in Baja, this section was forgiving—but it still demanded focus.
The scenery evolved as we dropped elevation, and for a while, the only sound was tires over dirt and the occasional callout on the radio. It’s the kind of ride that makes you appreciate how vast and quiet Baja can be.
🌊 Coastal Descent to the Pacific
Eventually, the view opened up and the coastline came into sight. As the trail rolled into desert flats near the ocean, the landscape shifted dramatically. The Pacific breeze cut the heat, and the sunlight turned golden. This was one of the most scenic parts of the day—proof that not every memorable ride has to be defined by chaos or challenge.
🎥 Shot from the Trail
Filmed from behind the wheel of my Can-Am X3 Max and set to music, this video documents the descent in its pure form—dusty, simple, and real. It’s a small part of the day, but a beautiful one.
📍 Video Start Coordinates: 29°43’15″N, 115°07’51″W
📍 Elevation: 314 meters
📍 Segment: Santa Catarina to the Pacific coast, Baja California
📆 Day 2 Route: El Rosario to Guerrero Negro — 253 miles total
Want to see the full route from La Rumorosa to Cabo San Lucas?
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