If You're NearbyEl Pinacate
Sonora
About 155 miles away
A World Heritage desert of black lava fields, giant volcanic craters and the biggest sea of shifting dunes in North America.
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Valle de Guadalupe
Mexico's wine country near Ensenada, with family wineries, open-air restaurants and the August harvest festival.
- Best Time to Go
- Apr–Jun, Aug–Oct
Our full guide to Valle de Guadalupe is being written. It's on the Pacific Coast and the North list as Worth a Detour.
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Must-SeeCopper Canyon
Chihuahua
About 615 miles away
A canyon system bigger than the Grand Canyon, crossed on the famous El Chepe train.
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Must-SeeLos Cabos
Baja California Sur
About 739 miles away
Desert meets sea at the tip of Baja, with the famous rock arch, winter whale watching and lively Cabo San Lucas.
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