Los Barriles is located halfway betwen La Paz and Cabo San Lucas in Baja California. This area along the Sea of Cortez has long been a favored hideaway for anglers and adventurers. Windsurfers also claim it is the best area for windsurfing in all of Mexico! The region around Los Barriles, also known as the East Cape, consists of a string of small settlements and villages with beautiful white sand beaches, rich fishing grounds and to p-notch diving. There are many non-beach activities as well. Exploring baja by ATV, hiking, biking, golf and horseback riding are just a few recreational activities many enjoy. Most lodging is modestly priced in Los Barriles, with seaside hotels, casual bungalows, rental homes and peaceful resorts. It makes an excellent vacat ion destination on its own, or a nice day trip away from the glitz and glamour of Los Cabos . Do you love to fish? The Sea of Cortez is one of the best fishing areas for marlin, dorado and tuna, our local hotels rent cruisers or pangas for the day. You will go out with an experienced captain that will make sure you have a day to remember.
There are approximately 2,500 Americans that have homes in Los Barriles and its surrounding area . The population is growing by leaps and bounds. 
Los Barriles has 2 Medical Clinics, 2 banks, 3 ATM's, 3 super markets, 7 hotels that range from medium price to high end and several restaurants that will satisfy everyones taste. There are 2 churches in the area, the Historical Catholic Church and The Nueva Vida Christian Church which offers services in English as well as Spanish.
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