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San Francisco de la Sierra

San Francisco de la Sierra

Hidden within the rugged mountains of northern Baja California Sur, San Francisco de la Sierra is the gateway to one of the world's most extraordinary collections of prehistoric rock art. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Sierra de San Francisco shelters hundreds of cave paintings created thousands of years ago by the region's earliest inhabitants. Visitors come to experience this remarkable cultural legacy while discovering dramatic desert landscapes, traditional ranching communities, and some of Mexico's darkest night skies.

Ubicación

Sierra de San Francisco, Mulegé Municipality, Baja California Sur.

Municipio

Municipio de Mulegé

Comunidades:

  • San Francisco de la Sierra

Qué hacer

  • Explore the Sierra de San Francisco Rock Paintings (It is necessary to purchase a wristband to access this UNESCO World Heritage Site.)
  • Guided mule expeditions
  • Hiking
  • Cultural heritage tours
  • Nature photography
  • Birdwatching
  • Experience Baja's ranch culture
  • Camping
  • Stargazing

Tiempos de traslado

  • San Ignacio to San Francisco de la Sierra: approximately 2 hr
  • Guerrero Negro to San Francisco de la Sierra: approximately 2 hr 30 min
  • Santa Rosalía to San Francisco de la Sierra: approximately 3 hr
  • Loreto to San Francisco de la Sierra: approximately 5 hr 45 min

Cómo llegar

Por tierra

Drive along Federal Highway 1 to San Ignacio, continue north on the highway for approximately 50 km, then turn onto the access road to San Francisco de la Sierra. The route combines paved and unpaved sections through the mountains. Access to the rock art sites requires authorized local guides and, for most cave painting shelters, travel by mule or on foot.

Por aire

Fly into Loreto, then continue by rental car or private transportation.

Vuelos / Aeropuertos cercanos

Aeropuerto principal

Loreto International Airport (LTO)

Approximately 5 hr 45 min from San Francisco de la Sierra.

Offers domestic flights and seasonal international service from the United States and Canada.

Aeropuerto alternativo

Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (LAP) – La Paz

Approximately 2 hr 30 min from San Francisco de la Sierra.

Offers domestic and regional air service.

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