Crossing the border into Mexico

Traffic southbound into Mexico continues to decline as more regulations are put into place. The view above shows a typical noon-day picture of the number of cars and trucks heading south at the downtown crossing from Calexico to Mexicali. Of course you must have your passports in order to return to the USA, but Mexico also now says you must be able to show these documents to the immigration officials if asked to when entering Baja California. It appears, however, that they are not enforcing the requirement at this time.

Once you have crossed the border, the trip to San Felipe is safe and should take you about two and a half hours. The road construction project that is underway some 30 miles north of San Felipe may kick up a little mud, depending on the weather and the grading, so check if your hotel can provide a free wash. If not, you will probably get a "dry" wash if you park outside any liquor store in town.

Upcoming Events

Anyone wanting to get in on a short, pre-season, 3-day fishing trip on Tony Reyes' boat for the period March 30-April 1 for $300 dollars, e-mail infosanfelipe@gmail.com. Deadline for signups is March 14th.

Daylight Savings Time goes into effect in the USA AND in Baja California on 14 March. We shall return to Pacific Standard Time on 7 November. (Thanks to Robert Hoare for pointing this out. Also see his post on registering your Mexican cellphone before 10 April here..>>)

March 12-14 24th MasterCraft Safety-Tecate SCORE San Felipe 250. Race details and course map are here..>> Most hotels and condos in San Felipe are already booked solid for this event. Note that the San Felipe 250 and Easter Week are the two big events of this year. If you are planning to come, get reservations immediately...>>

March 17 - St. Patrick's Day - San Felipe Animal Rescue will hold a
St Patrick's Day Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner and Silent Auction at the Pavilion Restaurant at El Dorado Ranch from 5:00pm - 9:00pm Music by DJ Mexico Tickets: $12.00/156 pesos. Contact Marilyn McCartney San Felipe Animal Rescue ..>>

March 20 Caminata contra el Cancer -San Felipe - Cancer Walk.

March 26-28 Midwinter Hobie Cat Regatta. at the El Cortez Hotel.

March 27 Blues & Arts Festival at the Base Ball Field.
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see the calendar of events for more details..>>