We recently spent the weekend in the ABDSP. Being only a 90 minute drive from San Diego it is very do-able for a weekend or even a day trip. The volunteers at the state park visitors center were really knowledgeable and helped us plan our 'adventures' with the aid of a wonderful $1 map we purchased from them. Without an... more

My husband and I are active people that love nature. We recently travelled to San Diego for business and took a couple of days to explore the local area. The Anza Borrego Desert is amazing with varied landscapes and experiences. We stayed at the Palm Canyon Resort which was simple, clean, and comfortable. I strongly encourage you to contact Joe... more

This state park is as good (if not better) than many of our National Parks-- huge, beautiful, and interesting. A great 1-2 day vacation when you're in the San Diego area. And if you don't feel like roughing it, the town of Borrego Springs has great accomodations and OK restaurants, so it can be used as a base for your... more

Anza Borrego was my first real encounter with walking in a desert, and for most of the day I was blown away by the strange plants, huge rocks, and general unfamiliarity of the desert landscape to my East Coast brain. There are so many incredible hiking trails here. The folks at the Visitor's Center were very friendly and had some... more

Any visit to Anza Borrego minus a hike in Palm Canyon is incomplete. Don't stop at the first oasis. Continuing further back yields even more beauty. more