How big is Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

More than 600,000 acres, or roughly 1,000 square miles. It is the largest state park in California and the third largest in the United States, spanning parts of San Diego, Riverside and Imperial counties.

How much does it cost to enter Anza-Borrego?

Day use is $10 per vehicle, collected at the Visitor Center, developed campgrounds and several popular trailheads including The Slot and Hellhole Canyon. The park has no entrance gates and much of it can be accessed without a fee.

When is wildflower season at Anza-Borrego?

Annual wildflowers can appear from January through mid-April, with peak bloom most often between late February and early April. Timing varies year to year based on rainfall and temperature.

Is Anza-Borrego a Dark Sky Park?

Yes. The park was designated an International Dark Sky Park in 2018 at Silver tier. Borrego Springs, the town at its center, has been an International Dark Sky Community since 2009, the first in California.

Do I need four-wheel drive at Anza-Borrego?

Not for the paved roads, the Visitor Center or the main campgrounds. The vast majority of the park's roughly 500 miles of dirt roads do require a high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicle.

Is Anza-Borrego Desert State Park open at night?

Yes, the park is open 24 hours a day, year-round. The Visitor Center is open daily 9am to 5pm October through May, and weekends and holidays only June through September.

Shandel Sutherland • February 25, 2024

American Legion Post 853 Memorial Day Volunteers Needed

Volunteer Call for Memorial Day at American Legion Post 853

As Memorial Day approaches each year, American Legion Post 853 in Borrego Springs invites the community to come together in remembrance and service. Held annually at Christmas Circle, this event honors those who have sacrificed their lives for our country. The event is scheduled for the last Monday in May, ensuring a meaningful and respectful tribute.

Volunteer Opportunities

With many members often out of town, there is a significant need for volunteers to assist with the day's activities. Your participation helps ensure the event runs smoothly and allows us to honor our fallen heroes in a meaningful way. Volunteering is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and support a noble cause.

Plan Your Visit

Planning your visit to Borrego Springs for Memorial Day offers a unique opportunity to experience the town's heartfelt traditions. The ceremony at Christmas Circle is a focal point, bringing residents and visitors together in a shared moment of reflection and gratitude.

How You Can Help

Your participation is invaluable in making Memorial Day both memorable and meaningful. If you can volunteer for any part of the day, please contact Dale Jones directly. Your involvement will ensure that this important day runs smoothly and that those who gave their lives are honored properly.

Contact Dale Jones at (209) 327-6395 to volunteer or for more information.

Let us join hands this Memorial Day to honor our heroes and strengthen our community ties.