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Mahigeer · 05-22-2017, 07:22 AM

Here is a revised version of directions on how to get to Bob’s place in Campo Las Encantadas. It is based on Bob’s writing and my own travels.
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Bob leaves at 5:00 AM promptly from Johnny's Shell station in El Cajon located at 515 N. Magnolia Ave. Just off of the freeway (8) at the exit #67, N. Magnolia .

From there the caravan stays on the freeway (8) to the exit #98. In about 30 miles farther caravan stops at an ARCO gas station on the right side for refueling before crossing and perhaps meeting others. Then on to the highway (111) and to take right to border crossing. San Diego to border is about 125 miles.
Once through the inspection, caravan parks on the left to get FMM (Mexican visa), or stamped if staying more than seven (7) days.

From there caravan follows the highway Mex (5) through Mexicali. Follow signs to San Felipe, Puertocitos, Rio Hardy staying on the highway Mex (5) all the way to San Felipe. Another 125 miles. In San Felipe caravan stops at Tacos Los Poblanos (across from Calimax market) for breakfast about 9 am if tables are available. If not an alternate place is chosen.

Going through San Felipe take right at sign to Puertocitos/airport, go about 9 km to sign saying Puertocitos and take a left. DO NOT go to the airport.
From here is another 95 miles to camp. For about 74 Km the road is rough. Then it is really nice two lane highway.

VADO means dip in the road and years ago they could and would take your rear axle out, SLOW DOWN for them. At km 60-65 be very careful.

When you reach km 134 you went 100 yards too far. Sign to camp will say Campo Turistico and you take a left.

Up until now roads are all good at (60) mph unless posted lower and passable by any car. At turn-off for camp it is unpaved dirt road, (15-25) mph but bumpy. Camp is about 1/2 mile from main road.

It is suggested lowering your air pressure at turnoff on your first trip, to about (20) psi. There is compressor in camp.
Continue until you crest hill and go down to beach, restaurant is on your left. In front of restaurant take a left and follow until you have to take a right at some trees, then go 100 feet and take a left. Please drive slowly in front of the restaurant to keep dust down.

From here the sand gets soft. You don’t need a 4WD and don’t worry about getting stuck. Plenty of help to get out.
However, park in a way so others can pass and walk the rest of the way to a structure on the left.

Talk to Bob about what to do next.

WELCOME TO MAKOBOB’S PARADISE.

Enter these coordinates in the link below and enlarge in satellite mode. Due to lag in Satellite pictures, Bob’s new project (property) by the beach is not shown in the picture.
Latitude: 29.908716 | Longitude: -114.461044
http://www.gps-coordinates.net

The first timers should take a copy of the above for future reference.

05-22-2017, 07:22 AM	#1
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,863	Directions to Makobobs place in Baja. Here is a revised version of directions on how to get to Bob’s place in Campo Las Encantadas. It is based on Bob’s writing and my own travels. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Bob leaves at 5:00 AM promptly from Johnny's Shell station in El Cajon located at 515 N. Magnolia Ave. Just off of the freeway (8) at the exit #67, N. Magnolia . From there the caravan stays on the freeway (8) to the exit #98. In about 30 miles farther caravan stops at an ARCO gas station on the right side for refueling before crossing and perhaps meeting others. Then on to the highway (111) and to take right to border crossing. San Diego to border is about 125 miles. Once through the inspection, caravan parks on the left to get FMM (Mexican visa), or stamped if staying more than seven (7) days. From there caravan follows the highway Mex (5) through Mexicali. Follow signs to San Felipe, Puertocitos, Rio Hardy staying on the highway Mex (5) all the way to San Felipe. Another 125 miles. In San Felipe caravan stops at Tacos Los Poblanos (across from Calimax market) for breakfast about 9 am if tables are available. If not an alternate place is chosen. Going through San Felipe take right at sign to Puertocitos/airport, go about 9 km to sign saying Puertocitos and take a left. DO NOT go to the airport. From here is another 95 miles to camp. For about 74 Km the road is rough. Then it is really nice two lane highway. VADO means dip in the road and years ago they could and would take your rear axle out, SLOW DOWN for them. At km 60-65 be very careful. When you reach km 134 you went 100 yards too far. Sign to camp will say Campo Turistico and you take a left. Up until now roads are all good at (60) mph unless posted lower and passable by any car. At turn-off for camp it is unpaved dirt road, (15-25) mph but bumpy. Camp is about 1/2 mile from main road. It is suggested lowering your air pressure at turnoff on your first trip, to about (20) psi. There is compressor in camp. Continue until you crest hill and go down to beach, restaurant is on your left. In front of restaurant take a left and follow until you have to take a right at some trees, then go 100 feet and take a left. Please drive slowly in front of the restaurant to keep dust down. From here the sand gets soft. You don’t need a 4WD and don’t worry about getting stuck. Plenty of help to get out. However, park in a way so others can pass and walk the rest of the way to a structure on the left. Talk to Bob about what to do next. WELCOME TO MAKOBOB’S PARADISE. Enter these coordinates in the link below and enlarge in satellite mode. Due to lag in Satellite pictures, Bob’s new project (property) by the beach is not shown in the picture. Latitude: 29.908716 \| Longitude: -114.461044 http://www.gps-coordinates.net The first timers should take a copy of the above for future reference.