Welcome to La Paz!
La Paz has long been a favorite destination for cruisers, known for its protected anchorage, strong sense of community, and excellent local services. This page provides a quick overview of the services, resources, and benefits available to visiting and resident cruisers to help make your stay safe, easy, and enjoyable.
Anchoring
Click the map above to expand it, or visit our Anchoring Page for many more details
- Do not anchor in the channels
- Allow for plenty of swing
- Consider resetting your anchor weekly or before a blow
- Beware of sandbars mid bay
- There are two channels—cross near the bifurcation buoy
- Tidal currents can reach seven knots and reverse frequently
API (Port Authority)
See our API Page for zone map and fees details.
- All boats must pay a port entry fee
- Boats anchored in the API zone pay a daily anchoring fee
- If you are in a marina they pay the API fees. Save your marina receipt.
VHF Radio & Net
See our VHF Page for details
- Monitor VHF 22A for hailing and emergencies.
- Switch channels for conversations (even outside La Paz)
- Marinas and the Port Captain monitor VHF 16
- Club Cruceros morning VHF Net: 22A at 8am Monday - Saturday
Marina de La Paz Dinghy Dock
Location is indicated on the above map and more details are on the Anchoring Page.
- Small inflatables tie left of the water dock, short painter
- Large inflatables & hard dinghies on the right, longer painter
- Fee: $30USD per month or $1.50 per day, paid at the marina office
- Includes potable water and trash disposal
Club Cruceros's Clubhouse
See our Clubhouse Page for full benefits
- Located in the southwest corner of Marina de La Paz
- Open to everyone
- Playground, lending library, bulletin board, VHF, outgoing mail
- Free WiFi for Club members
- Membership: 200 p/year ($12 USD online). See Membership Page
- Coffee Hour daily except Sunday, 9:30-10:30
- Coffee or tea is only 10 pesos per cup
- Cookies (or sometimes baked goods) are free
- Buy shirts, hats, Mexican courtesy flags, burgees, meet cruisers and get your questions answered
- Pickup a copy of the Cruiser Guide with recommended local services
Club Cruceros welcomes you to La Paz—we hope you enjoy your stay!