Los Cabos: Fox Canyon Hike & Waterfall Swim with Local Lunch

Summary

Fox Canyon day trip from Los Cabos with waterfall swim and local food

You’ll trade resort crowds for cactus trails on this Fox Canyon day trip from Los Cabos—hiking with a local guide, swimming beneath a desert waterfall, then sharing real Mexican food in Miraflores before heading home sun-warmed and content.

What’s the experience like?

The drive out from Los Cabos felt like we were slowly leaving all the resort buzz behind—just sand, cacti, and that dry Baja wind sneaking in through the window cracks. Our guide, José, played some old ranchera music and pointed out when we crossed the Tropic of Cancer (I didn’t realize it was an actual spot you could stand on). When we finally pulled up to Fox Canyon, it looked nothing like what I pictured—more green than I expected, with these weirdly smooth boulders stacked everywhere. The air smelled kind of sweet and dusty at the same time.

I’m not gonna lie—the first part of the hike had me breathing harder than I thought it would. José kept stopping to show us little things: a cactus flower here, some bug that only lives in this canyon (I forgot its name already), even the way the rocks changed color in the sun. He laughed when I slipped on a pebble—“That’s why we walk slow,” he said. There was this moment where all you could hear was water trickling somewhere below us and our footsteps crunching over gravel.

And then suddenly you’re there—this cold river cutting through all that heat. The waterfall isn’t huge but it’s loud and fresh and honestly after sweating so much, I just jumped straight in without thinking. My swimsuit stuck to me for half the walk back but I didn’t care. We dried off quick anyway under that sun. Lunch was at this small place in Miraflores; homemade tortillas, guacamole that actually tasted different (in a good way), and tacos—I tried to order in Spanish but just got a smile from the cook. On the way back to Cabo I watched dust swirl outside the van window and felt weirdly calm, like my brain had finally shut up for a bit.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hike Fox Canyon and enjoy lunch

• Travel from Cabo San Lucas to Fox Canyon
• Hike through desert landscape
• Learn about local plants and insects
• Swim in waterfall pools
• Return to van and dry off
• Have lunch at local Mexican restaurant
• Relax and enjoy desert views
• Return to hotel

Top questions

How long is the Fox Canyon hiking tour from Los Cabos?

The activity lasts about 6 hours 30 minutes including round-trip transportation.

Is hotel pickup included for the Fox Canyon hike?

Yes, hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included in your day trip.

What kind of lunch is served on this tour?

You’ll have Mexican food—tacos, guacamole, salsas—at a local restaurant in Miraflores. Vegan options are available.

How difficult is the Fox Canyon hike?

The trail is considered medium difficulty; participants should be moderately fit.

Can children join this hiking tour?

The minimum age is 6 years old; price per person is the same for adults and kids.

Should I bring anything special for this day trip?

You should bring a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes or sandals/tennis shoes, and your swimsuit.

Are there swimming opportunities during the hike?

Yes—you can swim in freshwater pools along the river and at the base of a waterfall during your hike.

What happens if weather affects our tour?

If rain or road conditions require changes or cancellation by organizers, you’ll be offered options or a full refund if canceled by them.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or port pickup by air-conditioned van, guided hiking at Fox Canyon with time to swim at waterfalls and pools, bottled water and granola bars along the trail, plus lunch at a community restaurant in Miraflores before returning to your accommodation.