In May of 2007, Elizabeth and I (in a Toyota Tacoma) made
the trip to the last mission founded by the Jesuits. Joining us (in a Land
Rover LR3) was Roy and Blanche. Both Roy and I have been to the mission
before, but it was our ladies' first trip over one of the toughest roads
in Baja. |
Blanche and Elizabeth chat with ranch managers Matilda ad
Oscar. Good tacos and cold drinks can be ordered here before the mission voyage
begins.
Santa Ynez (Santa Ines) is a mile south of Cataviña and a mile
off the highway. Here find meals, rooms, and camping.
1.8 miles from the ranch is this large gully crossing.
Climbing up the opposite side will be the first challenge to your four wheel
drive.
A long straight, but rough stretch of road follows that
gully crossing.
9.9 miles from the ranch is the high elevetion point of
the drive. Punta Final and the Sea of Cortez come into view.
An oasis in the canyon ahead is reached after several steep
down-grades.
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