San Felipe LighthouseWhat was once a quaint fishing port is now a traditional town of marvelous landscapes, charming beaches and a relaxed rhythm of life. This city is the favorite vacation spot of thousands, both national and international tourists alike. Its peaceful, warm waters, excellent for water sports, make San Felipe a much-coveted site for sport fishing, earning it the title of Shrimp Capital of Baja California. Some of the greatest spectacles of the region can be found in the Gigantes Valley, like the cardón giant cacti which can reach over 17 meters (56 feet) tall. This and more make San Felipe a great destination for ecotourism trips. Its tourist facilities include hotels of a range of classes, RV parks and a great variety of restaurants.