Baja California Sur’s state sports institute, INSUDE, is hosting a free community bike ride along the La Paz waterfront on Sunday, April 12. The event, called “Rodada por La Paz” (Bike Ride for Peace), starts at 7:00 a.m. at the Malecón Kiosk.
The route heads toward El Molinito and finishes at Parque Manglito, following the scenic waterfront path that runs along the Bay of La Paz. Bicycles, scooters, and skates are all welcome. No registration fee is required, and the ride is open to all ages.
Part of National Sport Week
The ride is part of Mexico’s National Physical Culture and Sport Week, a program promoted by CONADE (Comisión Nacional de Cultura Física y Deporte), the federal sports authority. INSUDE organized the La Paz event as a local activation of the national campaign, which encourages physical activity across the country.
The route passes through one of the most popular stretches for cyclists in the city. La Paz has a dedicated bike path that connects several neighborhoods to the Malecón, running roughly 8 kilometers (5 miles) along the waterfront. The path passes bronze sculptures, local restaurants, and beach access points before reaching the Manglito neighborhood, a traditional fishing community on the city’s south side.
What to Know Before You Go
An early start time of 7:00 a.m. means riders will avoid the worst of the midday heat. April temperatures in La Paz typically reach 30°C (86°F) or higher by midday. Organizers have planned road safety support and hydration stations along the route.
Participants should bring their own bikes, scooters, or skates. The event is family friendly, so expect riders of all speeds and ages. The Malecón Kiosk, the meeting point, sits along the central stretch of the waterfront boardwalk near downtown La Paz.
For those without a bike, several rental shops operate near the Malecón and in the downtown area. The flat, paved route makes it accessible for casual riders and children.
This story was first reported by the Baja California Sur state government at bcs.gob.mx.