Mexico

Access points to the cenote are limited to a couple lodging establishments along its banks, and each operates in a similar fashion of charging a small admission fee while offering free access to guests. Mangroves line the edges, and visitors can rent canoes or kayaks and head out onto the water. ...

Virgin Canyon is a frequently visited crag in Potrero Chico, with a whole slew of high quality climbs very accessible.  To get there, upon walking into the park you will see the old park swimming pools on your right. Go through the pool area until you find the paved path/steps. Sometimes the gate...

There are two great surfing beaches in the main center of Puerto Escondido, offering very different levels of waves. The first, Playa Carazilillo, is perfect for beginners. It is near to a section of town called Rincon - and this is a very easy place to find a surf instructor if you need. There i...

Wonder Wall is easy to get to from the main road into Potrero Chico. One of the first things you will see after passing under the main archway is the park, with loads of empty swimming pools and orange fences. You will cross through here to get to the Wonder Wall. Sometimes the gate is opened. Ot...

The Sierra Huerfana is located 1.5 hours east of Hermosillo City, in the heart of the Sonoran desert.  To get here you drive to the town of Rancho Viejo, through the Ures, on a dirt road since it is more well maintained. You can start your walk from the town's plaza, or just drop a Google Maps pi...

The cenote lies at surface level, with cool blue waters surrounded by mangroves and jungle. There are three different jumping platforms, ranging from 2 meters to 6 in height. Otherwise, a wooden deck lets swimmers and snorkelers enter and exit the water. While the cenote is lengthy, much of the b...