{"id":434,"date":"2018-07-06T22:30:03","date_gmt":"2018-07-06T22:30:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/multi.casago.com\/rocky-point\/?page_id=57"},"modified":"2025-06-12T13:51:54","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T13:51:54","slug":"getting-to","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/quotes.casago.com\/rocky-point\/travel-information\/getting-to\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting to Rocky Point"},"content":{"rendered":"

Puerto Pe\u00f1asco (aka Rocky Point) is a popular beach destination nestled into the northern part of Sonora, Mexico on the Sea of Cortez. Its close proximity to the U.S., at just an hour\u2019s drive from the Arizona border, enhances Rocky Point\u2019s attraction as a great place for the whole family.\u00a0 This beautiful seaside retreat offers fantastic beaches, delicious food, thrilling activities by land<\/a>, sea<\/a>, and air<\/a>, plus fishing, snorkeling, eco adventures, and more.<\/p>\n

If traveling to Rocky Point from the U.S.<\/a> , the primary border crossing is in Lukeville, AZ into neighboring Sonoyta (hours 6 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m., Extended FRIDAY ONLY hours till 10 p.m. March 7 – Oct 10, 2025).\u00a0 Here are a few important things to keep in mind:<\/p>\n

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What Papers Do I Need To Get To Rocky Point, Mexico?<\/h2>\n

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All adults, 16 and older, need passports<\/a> to cross the border.<\/strong>\u00a0A birth certificate will work for kids under 16. Don\u2019t put off getting your paperwork and identification together. Make sure your ID documents, as well as car registration, are within easy reach when you arrive at the border crossing into Mexico.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re\u00a0bringing your pets<\/a>, you need to bring\u00a0proof<\/a>\u00a0of their rabies vaccinations. You may only have 2 pets per vehicle.<\/p>\n

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Can I Drive My Own Car To Mexico?<\/h2>\n

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You are required to have car insurance for travel in Mexico. Mexican car insurance can be easily obtained online prior to your trip or at several locations in towns as you approach the border. Liability coverage is mandatory, and it is best to get full coverage.<\/p>\n

Rocky Point is within what is known as a \u201cFree Zone<\/a>\u201d, meaning an additional permit is not required for your vehicle within the State of Sonora. However, if you plan to travel outside Sonora, you will need to get a permit<\/a> , which for cars, RVs, and boats typically costs approximately $55 US.<\/p>\n

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Green Angels \u2013 Los \u00c1ngeles Verdes<\/h3>\n

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The highway to Rocky Point from the Lukeville border crossing is part of a joint Arizona-Sonora Safety Corridor. You may spot the white and green safety vehicles of \u00c1ngeles Verdes<\/a>, or the \u201cGreen Angels\u201d, overseeing traffic along the way. If you have problems with your car, simply pull off to the side and raise the hood. The \u00c1ngeles Verdes <\/a>\u00a0will offer mechanical assistance free of charge. The only thing you have to pay for is parts or gas. It is worth noting the number for emergencies in general is 911, as in the U.S.<\/p>\n

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Are There Shuttles That Go To Rocky Point?<\/h3>\n

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If not planning to drive your own vehicle to Rocky Point, or perhaps if flying into Phoenix, there are various shuttle services that can bring you to the beach. \u00a0Some of these alternative transportation options include:<\/p>\n