Native Trails MyTrails 2026 35 Baja California Sur 38 Museo Regional de Antropología y Historia de BCS Duration: 01:30 h · Level: Easy Inaugurated in 1981, the Museo Regional de Antropología e Historia de Baja California Sur gives you a comprehensive overview of the history of Southern California. In addition to the areas devoted to the development of the region within this Mexican state, from its independence until the founding of the state of Southern California, another hall provides an insight into the work of the most historically relevant missions led into the peninsula. And last, but not least, the rock paintings of the primordial population are quite worthy of the attention they receive, and deserve to be observed, just as the unique flora and fauna of the region. 39 Visit of Museo de la Ballena y Ciencias del Mar Duration: 01:00 h · Level: Easy The exhibits at the Museum of Whales and the Sea in La Paz provide information about whales, sharks, seals, rays, turtles and other marine life; here you can learn about the important characteristics of the animals and general marine biology aspects with the help of bones and models. It is only through the help of volunteers and university students doing their social year at the museum that it is possible to carry out scientific expeditions to deepen our knowledge of the marine life of Baja California. 40 Mountain bike tour in the territory of Rancho Cacachilas Duration: 02:30 h · Level: Difficult On the Granito Singletrack at Rancho Cacachilas, you explore the mountain landscape of the Sierra de las Cacachilas along narrow mountain biking trails. The route crosses rocky terrain, passes through dry canyons, and follows ridgelines with wide views over desert mountains and the Sea of Cortés. Along the way, you encounter typical semi-desert plants such as cardón cacti, torote trees, and agaves. Parts of the trail follow old paths once used by ranchers and miners, providing a vivid impression of the rugged natural and cultural landscape of this remote region. 41 Cactus hike La Ventana Duration: 01:00 h · Level: Easy During a short hike near La Ventana, you walk through an area with unusually dense stands of cardón cacti, the largest cactus species in the world. Many specimens are several centuries old and reach heights of more than ten meters. The plants grow extremely slowly and often begin to branch only after decades. Their flowers are pollinated at night by bats, while their fruits provide food for numerous birds and mammals. The wood of the cardones was traditionally used for roofs, fences, and as fuel, and still shapes the cultural landscape of the peninsula today. 42 Nature Hike Rancho Cacachilas Duration: 04:00 h · Level: Difficult During the Sky Trail Hike at Rancho Cacachilas, you walk through the remote mountain landscape of the Sierra de las Cacachilas, east of La Paz. The trail climbs to a ridgeline from which wide panoramic views open over desert mountains, the Bay of La Ventana, the Sea of Cortés, and Cerralvo Island. Along the way, you encounter typical semi-desert plants such as cardón cacti, agaves, and endemic shrubs, as well as traces of early settlements and historic mining sites. The focus is on experiencing the raw nature of this rugged, sparsely populated mountain region. 43 Excursion to the mining town of El Triunfo Duration: 03:00 h · Level: Easy Visit El Triunfo, once one of the most important population centres in southern Baja California due to its mineral resources. Stroll through the alleyways of the partially restored town, visit the Museo Ruta de Plata and the Museo del Vaquero de las Californias, and enjoy the historic atmosphere with the flair of past glories!
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