Anzaborrego desert state park encapsulates a large portion of the land in southern california east of san diego. Anzaborrego desert state park map see map details from california state parks created 2003. From the south, enter on county road s2 at ocotillo, just north of interstate 8. Anza borrego guide 05032010 5 culp valley area reference map 1 pg 11 coordinates mark culp valley camp off of hwy s22. People are coming from around the united states and internationally to see the amazing fullsized metal sculptures here that are inspired by creatures that roamed this same desert. Map of location of metal sculptures anzaborrego desert state.
Californias largest state park consumes 600,000 mountainous acres, or about onefifth of san diego county. Anzaborrego foundation a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting anzaborrego desert state park. The best part about borrego palm canyon campground is the hike into the namesake canyon, which is an oasis in the desert featuring large california palm trees. This place is situated in san diego county, california, united states, its geographical coordinates are 33 15 21 north, 116 22 27 west and its original name with diacritics is borrego springs. Anzaborrego is to the colorado desert what death valley is to the mojave the showcase of a stark and idiosyncratic ecosystem. The reproduction of this map or any portion thereof constitutes an infringement of. There are 110 miles of exquisite desert hiking trails in this, the second largest state park in the lower 48. Albert einstein introduction the fossil record of past life is commonly preserved in ancient sediments and sedimentary rocks. All of the sculptures are within a few minutes of christmas circle in borrego springs and open to the public.
Along with the map of all the trips, there are separate maps that just show the trips for a given category, such as 4wd trips and geology. Borrego palm canyon campground is the largest and most developed campground in anza borrego state park, and features 122 campsites spread across three loops. Anzaborrego desert state park maps and weather desertusa. Created 2003 by california state parks from california state parks. This massive park is relatively wild with not many paved roads to its main attractions and with unyielding heat during the summer. All of the guides trips chapters are plotted on a map of the anzaborrego region. With over 600,000 acres, anza borrego desert state park is the largest desert state park in the contiguous united states. The anzaborrego region is located in eastern san diego county, south of palm springs and just west of the salton sea. From the west, enter the park on state highway 78, 12 miles east of julian, on county road s22, 20 miles east of warner springs on route 79. The park is located on the eastern side of san diego county, with portions extending east into imperial county and north into riverside county. With its mild winter climate, anza borrego is a popular retreat for snowbirds, long term travelers, and anyone looking to escape the cold. If you go to the anza borrego state park visitor center you can see real fossils that were found in the anza borrego desert.
Most maps in the trail finder are from a high level to provide. Hikes and trails in anzaborrego desert state park modern hiker. On the eastern side of the peninsular ranges, which block most storms coming in off the pacific, californias largest state park protects 600,000 acres242,811 hectares of desert terrain, including dramatic badlands, cool palm oases, twisting slot canyons. Borrego springs is completely surrounded by anza borrego state park, the largest california state park. From street and road map to highresolution satellite imagery of anzaborrego desert state park. A trail map of anzaborrego desert state park displaying roads, historic corridors, hiking trails, camping locations and springs. Anza borrego map save anza borrego state park in southern california. I dont know of any, but most of the trails are pretty easy to navigate. Click on a map pin to reveal the title of the trip and a hyperlink that will take you there. Anzaborrego desert state park dirtopia, the offroad. Alltrails has 84 great hiking trails, running trails, mountain biking trails and more, with handcurated trail maps and driving directions as well. Guide to anzaborrego desert and borrego springs, hiking trails, roads, canyons, wildflowers, hikes, birds, wildlife, plants this guide to anzaborrego desert state park is divided into three parts. Borrego palm canyon panoramic overlook reproduction of this map or any portion thereof constitutes an infringement of vehicles. Anzaborrego desert state park topo map, san diego county ca.
Map covers much of anza borrego desert state park surrounding borrego valley, several small sections of cleveland national forest, and several sections of blm lands. Best camping trails in anzaborrego desert state park alltrails. Directions from indio to anzaborrego desert state park. Anzaborrego desert state park map anzaborrego desert. Stratigraphy, tectonics, and basin evolution in the anza borrego desert region rebecca j. Anza borrego desert state park map pdf printable map. San diego is a military town with a permanent summer attitude perhaps from the miles of beaches, yearround good weather, abundant boating, surfing, and swimming options or maybe it is the fact that the police wear shorts and ride threewheelers on the sand. Habitatelevation map of the sant rosa mountains 27 miles away. On the outskirts of borrego springs, a tiny town in the middle of the desert, you can find over a hundred huge rustcolored sculptures.
In any event, you dont need to purchase both the book and map. Something more than desert wildflowers and the spectacular anzaborrego desert state park is attracting visitors to the borrego valley in southern california. Map of borrego springs hotels and attractions on a. But the deal is sweeter if you buy anza borrego desert region. Anzaborrego desert state park is in the parks category for san diego county in the state of california. Something more than desert wildflowers and the spectacular anza borrego desert state park is attracting visitors to the borrego valley in southern california. Most maps in the trail finder are from a high level to provide an overview of each area. A free publication 2011 edition anzaborrego desert state. A map can be a representational depiction highlighting connections involving pieces of a space, such as objects, locations, or subjects. Dorsey the most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. A guide to state park and adjacent areas of the western colorado desert by diana lindsay.
A free printed copy of this map is available at abdnha. Anza borrego desert state park map pdf anza borrego desert state park map pdf. The direct and official information for arroyo salado anzaborrego desert state park in borrego springs, california. Mar 31, 2017 map of location of metal sculptures anzaborrego desert state park stay safe and healthy. Stratigraphy, tectonics, and basin evolution in the anza. From the east, enter on route 78, west of brawley or road s22, 10 miles west of salton city, both east off state highway 86. Borrego springs is a censusdesignated place cdp in san diego county, california. Mar 31, 2017 map of location of metal sculptures anza borrego desert state park stay safe and healthy. Although its only two hours east of san diegos beaches, anzaborrego desert state park is a world apart from the city and coast. Located about 100 miles eastnortheast of san diego.
May 01, 2020 using only anzaborrego desert state park in some map apps. Anzaborrego desert state park from the superintendent of anzaborrego welcome it was love at first sight when i laid eyes on anzaborrego desert state park many years ago and i soon learned that people have been having that experience in one way or another for perhaps centuries. From ramona ca travel north or east to access the national forest with camping and hiking opportunities. The park features native palm oases, desert bighorn sheep, slot canyons, native american history and more along with nofee, dispersed wilderness camping in nearly all of its 600,000 acres. Anzaborrego desert state park map california mapcarta. Anzaborrego desert state park california state parks. Jun 20, 2009 edit this map anzaborrego desert state park map. Anzaborrego desert state park, borrego springs, california.
Anyone who is interested in visiting anza borrego desert state park can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above. But the deal is sweeter if you buy anzaborrego desert region. Anzaborrego desert state park is displayed on the borrego sink usgs quad topo map. Depending on the vehicle you choose, you can also calculate the amount of co2 emissions from your vehicle and assess the environment impact. To find the map for the driving distance from temecula to anzaborrego desert state park, please enter the source and destination and then select the driving mode. From the east, enter on route 78, west of brawley or road s22, 10. All of the guides trips chapters are plotted on a map of the anza borrego region. They have written and edited several awardwinning books, including our historic desert. Anza borrego desert state park is the largest state park in california.
Stratigraphy, tectonics, and basin evolution in the anzaborrego desert region rebecca j. If you go to the anzaborrego state park visitor center you can see real fossils that were found in the anzaborrego desert. Fresh off the grid spent a week in early february hanging out in anza borrego state park. Anza borrego desert state park is in the parks category for san diego county in the state of california. They were installed when a local landowner decided to make the space into an outdoor art gallery. The park features native palm oases, desert bighorn sheep, slot canyons, native american history and more along with nofee, dispersed wilderness camping in nearly all. We cant gurantee the accuracy andor they being up to date. Guide to the anzaborrego desert, trails, canyons, roads. Split rock, wind caves and elephant feet tripadvisor. Blm routes of travel for western imperial county, california. Access to the borrego badlands and the creature comforts of borrego springs central anzaborrego heart of the desert from the mountains to the salton sea and up and down along the historic southern emigrant trail.
Blm routes of travel for eastern san diego county, california. The anza borrego region is located in eastern san diego county, south of palm springs and just west of the salton sea. Anzaborrego desert state park map near anzaborrego desert state park, ca. Hn sky art inspired by the history and nature of the anzaborrego desert. Anzaborrego desert state park borrego palm canyon campground. A guide to state park and adjacent areas of the western colorado desert lindsay, diana, lindsay, lowell on. The trail is primarily used for camping and scenic driving and is accessible yearround. That being said, if you plan your time right, there are many amazing experiences to. Apr 05, 2020 anzaborrego desert state park encapsulates a large portion of the land in southern california east of san diego. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. Ohvs are encouraged to visit nearby ocotillo wells state vehicular recreation area. The population was 3,429 at the 2010 census, up from 2,535 at the 2000 census, made up of both seasonal and yearround residents. East of ocotillo wells is the ocotillo wells state vehicular recreation.
Does anyone know if there are any gps or gpx files showing the routes from the book. Anza borrego general anything about anza borrego that does not fit into one of the other forums. They would help a lot in exploring the trails and roads in the book. Most maps are somewhat somewhat static, fixed into paper or some other durable medium, where as others are lively or lively. The wild country of anza borrego the new york times. South of borrego springs a free printed copy of this map is available at abdnha. Anzaborrego desert state park anzaborrego desert state park in southern california is the largest state park in the state and the second largest in the united states. Anzaborrego desert state park from the superintendent of anza borrego welcome it was love at first sight when i laid eyes on anzaborrego desert state park many years ago and i soon learned that people have been having that experience in one way or another for perhaps centuries. Nice energy efficient single family home on a half acre. Dec 20, 2005 great map of the anza borrego desert region. Best trails in anzaborrego desert state park california alltrails.
Anza borrego desert state park anza borrego desert state park in southern california is the largest state park in the state and the second largest in the united states. Diana and lowell lindsay have been exploring the anzaborrego region for 50 years. This page shows the location of 200 palm canyon drive, borrego springs, ca 92004, united states on a detailed road map. North anzaborrego solitude and scenery in the high country of the santa rosa mountains and the canyons below. Anyone who is interested in visiting anzaborrego desert state park can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above.
Anzaborrego desert state park topo map, san diego county. Download maps anzaborrego desert natural history association. Map of location of metal sculptures anzaborrego desert. Anza borrego desert state park camping map view full map. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Anza borrego desert state park is displayed on the borrego sink usgs quad topo map. Its famous for the spring wildflower bloom, the rugged landscapes and clear skies. The direct and official information for yaqui pass anzaborrego desert state park in borrego springs, california. All vehicles operated in the park must be street legal. From street and road map to highresolution satellite imagery of anza borrego desert state park. Yaqui pass anzaborrego desert state park near borrego. Map of park with detail of trails and recreation zones.
This desert covers a large area and includes the state park of the same name, a small resort town at its center and a large offroad park called ocotillo wells state vehicular recreation area. The campground is located just outside the town of borrego springs, ca. A guide to state park and adjacent areas of the western colorado desert. Map of borrego springs hotels and attractions on a borrego. Map of anzaborrego desert state park, south california, showing roads, trails, palm oases and other sites of interest. With over 600,000 acres, anzaborrego desert state park is the largest desert state park in the contiguous united states.