IS THERE SURFING AS WELL AS SAILING
ON THE BAJA HA-HA?
Yes, there is. At least if there is a swell running.
The best spot is during the stop at Bahia Santa Maria, a stop that by popular demand is being extended by another day for this year's 26th annual Baja Ha-Ha.
The point is a well-known point break that has gone off about half the time the Ha-Ha fleet has been in residence.
The other spot is on the bar into the mangroves or just to the right of the mangroves. Sometimes it's a gentle break ideal for beginners. Other times there is also a steaming right — that ultimately is going to overtake you. Fun while it lasts.
There is also surfing at San Diego, of course, including a 'secret' break only accessible by dinghy just inside Pt. Loma.
And there are also surf spots between Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Los Cabos.
Apres the Ha-Ha, there is great surf at Mazatlan, San Blas, Sayulita, Punta Mita and other spots in Banderas Bay, Tenanacita Bay, and more as you continue south. So yes, by all means bring your stick or stick(s). And if you're a beginner, pick up a cheap board at Costco.
The Baja Ha-Ha is the 750-mile rally for cruisers from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas, with R&R stops at Turtle Bay and Bahia Santa Maria. Over 10,000 sailors have completed the rally on over 3,000 boats. Entries open at noon on May 8.
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