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| Bill and Dot Bell |
Dot
and Bill Bell are Mexican RV experts who have taught and led seminars
about camping in Mexico throughout Canada and the U.S. Their website,
is considered the most up-to-date source about camping and RVing south
of the border.They are currently (February 23) in Mulege Baja,
California and heading south to La Paz
Questions this issue:
Copper Canyon
Golf in Mexico
Surfing
Dear Dot and Bill,
What is the best time to visit the Copper Canyon? Can you take a Piggy Back Train if you just drive there? -- May and Jack
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| Copper Canyon Mexico Photo by Bill Bell |
Dear May and Jack,
Sorry but the Piggyback Trains -- the ones where your RV is loaded onto
a flatbed rail car – are reserved only for those taking a caravan. And,
I should mention, those caravans are pricey.
An alternative is to drive to Los Mochis or better yet a small town
called El Fuerte. Take the train from here and stay in a hotel once you
reach the top rim of the Canyon. The train allows you to see all of the
same scenery that you would see from a "Piggyback" but at a fraction of
the price. You can relax in first class cars and get great mountain and
canyon views from your own window.
The best campground is called El Fuerte RV Park and is run by an
American named Bill Trimble. He will arrange tours for you, get you an
inexpensive taxi to the train station and even feed and walk your pets
that you leave behind. A great deal.
The high altitude at the top of the Copper Canyon makes winter months
very cold and the summers very hot. The best time to visit is in the
spring or fall. You will be able to enjoy the weather at the coast, at
the rim of the canyon and in the tropical depths of the canyon itself.
Enjoy and write us about your adventures when you return.
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| Copper Canyon Train Photograph by Bill Bell |
Dear Dot and Bill,,
In one of your letters you answered "Jeff" that you were in a community
40 miles north of Puerto Vallarta where you were golfing at a par three
golf course. I haven't been able to find a golf course in the general
area and was wondering where you were at that time. Also, is it still a
good idea to phone for the golf book you suggested? -- Jill (Vernon, B.C.)
Dear Jill,
The golf course in the area is called "Campo Ensueño" or Field of
Dreams. It is a fun course and we have played there many times. You do
not have to book a T time (I don't think they take reservations), but
you should ask on your first visit the best time to play.
The Golf Guide is available free (and arrives very quickly) from the
Mexican Tourist Board. Field of Dreams will NOT be in it however, the
Golf Guide is worthwhile to have along as you RV through Mexico. To
order a golf book call 1-800-44-MEXICO and ask for a golf directory.
Dear Dot and Bill
I
am interested in driving down to Mexico this spring. I'll check the out
the info on your disk and website. I would really like to go surfing
somewhere down there. Could you direct me to any good areas with low to
medium sized waves; I'm just a beginner. -- Scott J
Hey Scott,
We are not surfers ourselves but have been around beach areas enough to head you in the right direction.
The best and biggest waves are in the Puerto Escondido -- the Mexican
Pipeline. While the big surf would be too much for a beginner, there
are lots of areas close by AND you can hone your skills with some of
the best teachers in the world.
The West Coast of Mexico is noted for good surfing spots for beginners.
Try Sayulita about 30 miles north of PV or even Playa Azul, a community
North of Ixtapa. If you only have a short time to explore, then try the
Pacific side of the Baja. The Todos Santos area has both challenging
and mid-size surf.
Helpful Hint
Make sure you have a spare sewer hose before you head into Mexico with your RV. You can't buy them south of the border.
For more information about RVing and exploring Mexico, go to the Bell's website or to ask your question about RVing in Mexico write editor@ontheroadin.com.
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