Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

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Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

State park · San Diego County

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Desert park with wildflowers, slot canyons, stargazing & trails  

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12 Best Places to Stargaze Around the World

"Approximately a 2.5-hour drive from Los Angeles and certified as a Dark Sky Place, this desert park provides wide-open horizons and excellent conditions for stargazing." - Skye Sherman Skye Sherman Skye Sherman is a travel writer based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Aside from traveling, she's also a pilot, scuba diver, bookworm, and fourth-generation Floridian. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, USA Today, Palm Beach Illustrated, Atlas Obscura, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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These Are the Best U.S. Astrotourism Destinations for 2024, According to a Study

"Home of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, this small community is the only International Dark Sky Community in California. Dedicated to protecting the night sky from light pollution, backyard stargazing parties are a daily occurrence. Visitors are invited to embrace the local natural and cultural wonders with the annual Night Fall Star Party." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeare

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The Best Hikes Near San Diego, From Torrey Pines to Balboa Park

"Many people don't realize the hidden slot canyons and abandoned mines of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park exist in California. It's about a 90-minute drive outside the city, but true adventurers will be rewarded with the park's great hikes, abundant wildflowers, and hundreds of miles of dirt road. The Borrego Palm Canyon Trail, a 3.25-mile loop in the park, ascends 450 feet into the desert canyon. You'll pass through one of the largest palm oases in California at the end, while hiking along seasonal waterfalls. (The palm grove itself is currently closed to the public for restoration.) If you have a full extra day in San Diego and are looking to get out of the city, California's largest state park is well worth the trip." - Archana Ram, Claire Trageser

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Tourists Are Already Destroying California's Super Bloom

"Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, the largest state park in California, showcases various wildflower species in bloom. Key locations include areas along Highway S-22 for purple sand verbena and desert sunflowers, and Henderson Canyon Road for a diverse wildflower field. Peak blooms are anticipated through late March or early April."

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Amanda Goetz

Google
We had an amazing visit! We went early spring and several things were blooming. The stars were wonderful. The hiking was great. Especially the Palm Canyon trail! The oasis is amazing and some bighorn sheep came close to the trail. The welcome center is nice and the volunteers there are incredibly helpful. One of the naturalists (Ms. Bussey I think, sorry if that's wrong) helped us decided between two trail and her advice was so valuable.

Natalia Issaeva

Google
Really stunning area with lots to explore. We focused on the sculptures during our visit, spent hours but still didn't explore all! Will be back for sure.

Nash Holcomb

Google
A very well maintained sprawling state park with tons of beautiful trails and serene desert campsites and well maintained bathrooms and a gorgeous visitor center! Be aware that most if not all trails from what I can tell do not allow dogs, even on leashes

Adam Overland

Google
Amazing park, a little off the beaten path but beautiful and with some free camping options. If Joshua Tree is booked or you have a little extra time it’s worth a visit for sure. A nearby giant metal sculpture garden is whimsical!

Michelle Peterson

Google
Off roading is a family favorite! We go a few times a year and use the showers and restroom provided by the park and tent or trailer camp. There is nothing better than waking up to the smell of a 2 stroke and the sound of fun!

Michael “MSquared” Moore

Google
Huge area to spread out in, great hiking trails for all abilities, a few cool towns to shop and resupply...mostly great campers from all over the country. Camp grounds were loud with the "city folk" on the weekends but boondocking is better as long as we all respect the minimal rules. Thank you CA parks!

Craig Bellavance

Google
Visited the park on a weekday in November when the visitor center was open, the weather was perfect for hiking, and the crowds were somewhere else. The wildflowers were long gone, and the bighorn sheep were hiding. But the trails were well marked, clean, uncrowded and a joy to hike...

Dustin Searle

Google
Beautiful place to go best if you have four wheel drive love this state park