Kino Bay is located on the eastern shore of the Sea of Cortez, 65 miles west of the state capital, Hermosillo, and 235 miles from the Arizona border at Nogales.

The community is geographically divides into two parts; Kino viejo, the old fishing village wherein one finds the gas station, grocery stores, shools, etc., and the New Kino which extends for six miles along the beach, and where most of the beach-front-homes, motels, restaurants and condominiums are located. The residents of New Kino are almost equally divides between Mexican citizens and foreigners, primarily from the United States; many of whom live here year around. It is not an American colony, but rather a nice blend of cultures. English though, is the predominate language, and even in Kino viejo,most of those in the service industries are bilingual. One can always find someone to help with the local language.

The area enjoys a pressurized system of potable water, one may safetly drink from the tap. The local airport has a 4,000 ft. paved runway, and the Hermosillo International airport is only 65 miles away via paved highway. Rental car and taxi or hourly bus service to Kino Bay is available there. A divided four lane highway is open from Nogales to Hermosillo. There is not a traffic light in the entire 170 miles, but there are plenty gas stations and restaurants.

The economy of Bahia Kino is based upon commercial fishing and tourism. A sizeable shrimp fleet is based here from September to May each year, supplementing the local oyster farms and the fish markets; and of course, the Sea of Cortez is one of the finest sport waters in the world.

The are several free boat-launching- ramps, and a radio controlled launch and retrieval service is available for a very small fee. Club Deportivo, a sport and social club with about 700 active members; operates "Rescue One" radio, on both VHF and CB, to keep in touch with all boats in the area, especially those launched here, and to send help promptly to those in need.

The white sand beach is one of the most beatiful in Mexico. All beaches in Mexico are owned by the federal goverment, so everyone has free access, and can sun bathe, collect shells, watch dolphins, or picnic in the shade of palm roofed "palapas" whether or not they own property right on the beach. The average temperature ranges between 35 degrees Celsius (90 F) in summer and 16 degrees Celsius (60.8 F) in winter.

The Seri Indians, who carves beautiful figures or ironwood and weave some of the finest baskets in the world live nearby, and are often seen selling these along the streets.

Life in Kino Bay is laid back. Everything one needs is readily available. There is a good emergency medical care, a modern pharmacy and ambulance service, but the place avoids the frantic pace of most resorts. It is friendly place given to informal cook-outs, or dinners in one of several reasonably price, but good restaurants.

A very limited number of buildings lots are still available on the beach or across the street at truly bargain prices; and local contractors will construct fully tiled all-masonry homes for about half of U.S. prices, and these are ready for occupancy.