From Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and Gilbert
Take the 101 Freeway heading south. Toward the end of the 101 freeway it will split into Price rd or the Loop 202. You want to take price road and continue south to Queen Creek road. Turn right at Queen Creek. Now you want to stay on Queen Creek rd, which turns into Maricopa road after a few miles, and continue driving (about 20 minutes) until you see a sign saying Mobile #238. Turn right on #238. Now, you are heading toward Gila Bend. At the end of #238 is AZ 85. Turn left to Gild Bend. In Gila Bend, you want to turn right at the sign just before Mc Donald’s that says Ajo/Mexico AZ 85. Continue south to Ajo, Why, and to the border at Lukeville. In Mexico, continue south for about 2 miles until you see the Circle K. You want to turn left at the Circle K, go over the bridge, and continue forward. Now, you want to follow the sign to Pto. Penasco on Hwy #8, (which is Rocky Point.) The road takes you to the right as you follow Hwy #8. Now it is 62 miles to Rocky Point, so please dive safe and have a great trip!

From Tucson
Take the Tucson/Ajo Highway (State Route #86) west to Why. Turn south on AZ 85 and go to the border at Lukeville. In Mexico, continue south for about 2 miles until you see the Circle K. You want to turn left at the Circle K, go over the bridge, and continue forward. Now, you want to follow the sign to Pto. Penasco on Hwy #8 (which is Rocky Point.) The road takes you to the right as you follow Hwy #8. Now it is 62 miles to Rocky Point, so please dive safe.

Additional Information:
Currently they are working on a new Highway, Highway #37 from California. It will most like start from San Luis Rio Colorado. This will eliminate your previous detour through Gila Bend. This should bring the drive time from San Diego to 4 hours instead of 7 hours. We will keep you posted on the progress.

Mileage from US Cities to Puerto Penasco, Rocky Point, Mexico
Albuquerque, Nm. – 630 Miles
Denver, Co. – 1,086 Miles
El Paso, Tx. – 486 Miles
Las Vegas, Nv. – 472 Miles
Los Angeles, Ca. – 568 Miles
Phoenix, Az. – 212 Miles
San Diego, Ca. – 468 Miles
Sante Fe, Nm. – 683 Miles

How long does it take to get to Rocky Point?
Well, it is our experience that most travelers make two 10 minutes stops for things like auto insurance, supplies, or a bathroom break. From Phoenix or Tucson (including your 2 stops) it is 4 Hours to Rocky Point. On your way down, on AZ 85, you will begin to notice more and more large beautiful cactus once you pass thru Why, Arizona. Between Why and the Lukeville border is the Organ Pipe National Monument, which makes the last 30 minutes to the border a beautiful drive.   
What documents do I need to travel to Rocky Point, Mexico?
Rocky Point is in a Free-Trade Zone, which allows travelers driving to Rocky Point to only need a Drivers License. We did speak to a Mexican Border Agent in December 2006 and we were told that any and all travelers staying in Rocky Point, in the Free Zone, for 72 Hours or longer, must get a Tourist Visa (usually starting at $280 Pesos = $28). Now, the choice is up to you to tell the truth and spend some extra money, or, tell them that you are only going for 2 days and then plan to return to the US. We are bound to tell the truth at Sea Side. Here is a few numbers to answer your Passport questions. Local UPS Office 1-800-275-8777 or the National Passport Information Center 1-877-487-2778.

How safe is it driving in Mexico?
Driving in Mexico is very safe, so if you follow the rules of the road, everything will be just fine. We can tell you a few things that might help you along your way. Once you enter Mexico, the Miles per hour sign will now be in Kilometers, not Miles anymore. When driving at night, you may (on occasion) encounter a vehicle with one light (front and back) traveling a slower speed than you. Try and remember that you are in Mexico, not in the US. Don’t be a rude driver and honk & yell. Please give yourself time to react to other drivers, just as you would back home. Rocky Point is only 62 miles across the Us/Mexico Border, so make it a safe drive so you can enjoy a beautiful sunset as you sip your Margarita!

Do I need Mexican Insurance if I drive to Mexico, or does my US policy work?
You are required to have liability when traveling in Mexico, because US policies are not recognized in Mexico, which includes Rocky Point. We do recommend purchasing full coverage because the small price difference is well worth it.  

What type of clothing should I take to Rocky Point?
Appropriate packing will of coarse vary on the time of year you travel to Rocky Point, Mexico. Winter time in Rocky Point can be quite chilly, so bring sweaters and light jackets. There is very little rain fall throughout the year, so no need for umbrellas. In Summer time, the high temperatures are accompanied by high humidity, so drink a lot of water! All in all, from late March to early November, Rocky Point is the place to enjoy all types of fun and exciting activities.