Tacna is a census-designated place (CDP) in Yuma County, Arizona, United States. The population was 555 at the 2000 census. (Wikipedia) By the image of the sign shown to the right, the road to San Diego is 230 miles. I guess I took the short-cut across Baja, so I've only walked 206 miles.
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I did my walking today from Mission Beach to Pacific Beach, San Diego. You can see anything along the beach boardwalk. Never-mind the numerous people walking their dogs, running their dogs, dogs pulling people on skateboards.....I saw a man with a black cat on a leash! I saw a man on in-line skates, playing a portable electric guitar. I saw a man juggling flaming yo-yos...no really! I saw a cockatiel on a woman's shoulder who was saying "Hi!" to everyone who passed by. It makes these photos of the Wave House and beach volleyball seem pretty mundane!If you're coming to San Diego, you can stay at one of the many hotels in Mission Valley and drive to Mission Beach in minutes and access free parking (the cheaper option), or you can rent one of the many houses along the beach boardwalk, only steps away from the beach. Of course, if you are right on the beach....you have to deal with beach people all day and night. I like being able to leave the beach and go back to a quiet hotel.
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There's lots to do around the Ajo region. There are only 4 hotels in Ajo, so book early. The La Siesta Hotel was said by a recent reviewer to be "the" place to stay in Ajo. Expect desert charm, not big city amenities.
Wildlife Observation & Photography:
The best times to see and photograph wildlife are early in the morning and late in the evening. For the best viewing, be patient and quiet. The historical El Camino Del Diablo and Charlie Bell roads are open to hiking. Be prepared for the refuge’s rough roads. Though watering holes are good places to watch wildlife, please do not linger as wildlife depend on them for their survival. For an easy nature fix, be sure to stop by the headquarters to enjoy the pollinator trail (and pollinators that use it!) complete with bird blinds and a pond.(Cabeza Prieta)
Interpretation and Education:
Learn about the Sonoran desert’s best kept secrets through interactive displays at the visitor center. Behind the visitor center, tour the interpretative pollinator trail complete with bird blinds and a desert pupfish pond. (Cabeza Prieta)
On the second Saturday of each month, enjoy a spectacular sunset and amazing view of the valley floor from the refuge’s auto tour to the top of Child’s Mountain. Contact the refuge to learn more about tours, programs and other ways you can enjoy Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge.
(Cabeza Prieta)
Primitive Camping:
Visitors are encouraged to camp at one of the designated unimproved campgrounds. No reservations are necessary. Camping is limited to 14 days within any given 28-day period. No camping is allowed within ¼ mile of any game water source. You must bring your own wood as there is no gathering of local wood. Each site has a stationary table and grill and extra wood may be left at campsites.
(Cabeza Prieta)
Bicycles:
Bicycles are allowed on the public roads only, not off road or Government Use Only roads. (Cabeza Prieta)
If you're planning a trip on the El Camino Del Diablo, (route shown to the left) this is not a trip for the unprepared. You will need permits for driving a 4x4 on this desert "road." The "highway" has many grave markers next to it. Don't become one of them. Just be well prepared, and it could be a very memorable trip back in time. Here's a good source for travel in this area. CLICK HERE
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