San Borjitas Cave Paintings
Cueva de San Borjitas
A giant rock-art cave in the Guadalupe Mountains, its ceiling covered with human figures. It is considered one of the oldest great murals in Baja California.
The cave lies in the Guadalupe Mountains northwest of Mulegé and belongs to Baja California's great mural tradition. Its ceiling bears dozens of human figures in red and black, some pierced by arrows, possibly more than 7,000 years old. Visits must be guided by an INAH-registered guide. Usually you drive about two hours on a dirt road in a four-wheel-drive vehicle from Mulegé, then walk a short stretch; the round trip takes about one day. Book through hotels or tour agencies in town. Touching the paintings and using flash photography inside the cave are prohibited.
Opening hours
Daytime only; guide required
Nearby sights
- La Trinidad Rock Paintings
- Mission Santa Rosalía de Mulegé
- Museo Regional de Mulegé (Former Prison)
- Mulegé River & Palm Oasis
- Cerro El Sombrerito & Lighthouse
- Punta Chivato
- Playa El Coyote
- Playa Santispac