By Delia Ruelas

This autumn has inspired Rosarito’s flower growers to launch projects that highlight a part of the city often overlooked: the ranches nestled within canyons and remote areas.

The recent Día de Muertos celebration sparked community interest in visiting marigold fields, resulting in strong sales for this traditional flower and providing a welcome boost for the local flower growers.

These growers begin planting in early August to ensure that the marigolds bloom by mid-October.

Families are increasingly seeking out recreational spaces, and these ranches offer a variety of artisanal products such as jams, pies, salsas, and cheeses.

For example, *Rancho Jose Haroz*, located in Rosarito Canyon and open on weekends, is managed by Patricia Jiménez, who creates an array of artisanal goods.

These ranches also offer the chance to enjoy farm animals, lavender fields, a wide assortment of pumpkins, local cuisine, and the most authentic landscapes of the region.

Visitors can take part in activities like horseback riding, hiking trails, and even rent cabins for overnight stays.

In support of these ventures, the Baja California Tourism Secretariat has launched a program to promote sites that open their doors in the fall, as part of the Ruta de las Flores project, which can be explored on the official tourism website.