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Canyon de Guadalupe
Spend 1–2 days, drive a 4WD from Mexicali (32 km (20 mi)) or Tijuana, stay at the oasis campsites (US$15–35/night) and enjoy hot‑spring pools and hikes.Spend 1–2 days, drive a 4WD from Mexicali (20 mi (32 km)) or Tijuana, stay at the oasis campsites (US$15–35/night) and enjoy hot‑spring pools and hikes.
Canyon de Guadalupe is a remote hot‑spring oasis in Baja California. Access requires a high‑clearance 4WD; the drive takes about 1 h from Mexicali. The site offers private tubs, camping and trails, so a night or two is enough to experience the water, waterfalls and night sky.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MXN
- Best months
- Winter, spring, fall
- avoid Summer (extreme desert heat up to 50 °C (122 °F))avoid Summer (extreme desert heat up to 122 °F (50 °C))
- Airports
- TIJ · MXL
- Nights
- 1–2
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Mexico ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM) or your nearest Mexican consulate; keep proof of your entry (stamp or digital record) until you leave.
- Mexico ↗Security advice differs by state: some governments advise against travel to parts of several states. Check your own government's advice for each region on your route.
- Mexico ↗Do not drink tap water; use bottled or filtered water and ice from reliable places.
- Mexico ↗Foreign visitors to Quintana Roo (Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Bacalar, Holbox) pay the state VISITAX online at visitax.gob.mx only; lookalike sites add fees.
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In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Canyon de Guadalupe911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Canyon de Guadalupe, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Mexican peso (MXN, $).Mexico-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelcel has the widest coverage; AT&T and Movistar are cheaper in cities.Mexico-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; garrafón (20-litre jugs) and filtered water in hotels.Mexico-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurants: 10–15%; check the bill for an included 'servicio'.Mexico-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Mexico-wide
- SafetyRemote desert area; 4WD required, carry water, avoid summer heat, watch for sparse signage.
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- RestroomsPut paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places; public toilets charge MXN 5–10 (≈ under US$1).Mexico-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 078 Tourist assistance · 911 Medical
- Sundays & holidaysMost museums and many archaeological sites close on Mondays; banks close on public holidays.Mexico-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTIJ Tijuana International Airport (Drive ~150 km (93 mi) east via Hwy 2 and La Rumorosa; about 2 h 30 min on 4WD).TIJ Tijuana International Airport (Drive ~93 mi (150 km) east via Hwy 2 and La Rumorosa; about 2 h 30 min on 4WD).
- Getting aroundPark in the palm‑tree grove; explore on foot or by bike.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TIJ Tijuana International Airport (Drive ~150 km (93 mi) east via Hwy 2 and La Rumorosa; about 2 h 30 min on 4WD) · MXL Mexicali International Airport (Drive 32 km (20 mi) west on Hwy 2 then 50 km (31 mi) dirt road; about 1 h on 4WD)TIJ Tijuana International Airport (Drive ~93 mi (150 km) east via Hwy 2 and La Rumorosa; about 2 h 30 min on 4WD) · MXL Mexicali International Airport (Drive 20 mi (32 km) west on Hwy 2 then 31 mi (50 km) dirt road; about 1 h on 4WD)
Weather and climate
Canyon de Guadalupe: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
1 rd
Feb
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1 rd
Mar
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2 rd
Apr
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Jun
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
5 rd
Jul
45°C (113°F)113°F (45°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Aug
45°C (113°F)113°F (45°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Sep
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3 rd
Nov
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
1 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Park in the palm‑tree grove; explore on foot or by bike. No public transport at the site.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
San Felipe
cautionDoor to door: 4–5 h each way
Continue south on the same dirt road; difficult and poorly marked.
Only attempt with a detailed map from campground staff.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Guadalupe Canyon Oasis (Campo El Palmar)
Private tub camps US$35/night; eco‑camping shared tub US$15/night, advance reservation required.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- MXN 300–500 (≈ US$17–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- MXN 500–800 (≈ US$30–45) excl. bed
- High
- MXN 800 (≈ US$45)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Eco‑camping shared tub2 × 1 night × MX$15 | MX$30 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × MX$800 | MX$1,600 |
| 4WD rental (day) from Mexicali2 × MX$120 · check | MX$240 |
| Water and food supplies2 × MX$30 · estimate | MX$60 |
| Buffer 15%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MX$290 |
| Trip total≈ MX$1,110 per person per day, bed included | MX$2,220≈ US$120 |
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Watch out
Safety
- Four‑wheel‑drive and high clearance required for the final 8 km (5 mi) dirt road.Four‑wheel‑drive and high clearance required for the final 5 mi (8 km) dirt road.
- Summer desert heat can be hazardous; carry plenty of water.
- Road signs may be sparse; use GPS after the olive plantation turn.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Tourist assistance
- 078
- Medical
- 911
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Emergency
- Police911
- Tourist assistance078
Embassy
US consulate in Tijuana; Mexican emergency number 911.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mexicali → Canyon de Guadalupe (4WD): about US$120 one way, 1 h drive (check)
Say or show
- ¿Dónde está el camino al Cañón de Guadalupe? — Where is the road to Canyon de Guadalupe? (don-de es-ta el ka-mi-no al ka-nyon de gua-da-lu-pe)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta un campamento? — How much for a campsite? (kwan-to kwes-ta un kam-pan-to)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Canyon de Guadalupe. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Winter, spring, fall · avoid Summer (extreme desert heat up to 50 °C) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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