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.

Borrego Springs Soroptimist • August 21, 2026

Applications Open for Circle of Art 2027 in Borrego Springs

Circle of Art Continues a Tradition of Art and Giving in Borrego Springs

Artists interested in exhibiting at one of Borrego Springs' most popular annual events can now apply for Circle of Art 2027, scheduled for March 13-14, 2027, at Christmas Circle Community Park.

Hosted by Soroptimist International of Borrego Springs, the juried outdoor fine art show brings together artists and art lovers in the heart of the community while supporting programs that help women and girls through education, empowerment, and opportunity.

Since 1989, Circle of Art has showcased a diverse collection of artistic talent, including painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics, pottery, weaving, mixed media, and jewelry. The event is free for the public to attend and traditionally features more than 60 exhibitors from throughout California and beyond.

Artists may now submit applications through February 5, 2027. Applications require three images of artwork and one booth image. A non-refundable jury fee of $25 applies.

Selected artists will have the opportunity to exhibit and sell their work while surrounded by the beauty of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park during the peak spring season.

Artist Information

Application Deadline: February 5, 2027
Event Dates: March 13-14, 2027
Location: Christmas Circle Community Park, Borrego Springs
Jury Fee: $25
Standard Booth Space (12' x 12'): $150
Commission on Sales: 12%

Circle of Art remains one of Borrego Springs' longest-running nonprofit fundraisers, with proceeds supporting local scholarships, educational programs, and opportunities for women and girls.

Artists seeking a spring show in a unique desert setting are encouraged to apply early.

For applications and additional information, visit:

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Contact Information

Circle of Art
Soroptimist International of Borrego Springs
P.O. Box 504
Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Glenna: 760-920-1614

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Equitable Building Decarbonization Program

By California Energy Commission • September 23, 2026

The goals of the Equitable Building Decarbonization Program are to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in homes and advance energy equity. The Direct Install Program provides decarbonization retrofits to low- and moderate-income households. The Statewide Incentive Program incentivizes the increased adoption of low-carbon technologies. In addition to reducing GHG emissions, the Equitable Building Decarbonization Program will strive to encourage resiliency to extreme heat, improve indoor air quality, improve energy affordability, provide electric grid support, and increase payment of prevailing wage to the implementing workforce. Programs include: EBD Statewide Direct Install Program The Equitable Building Decarbonization Statewide Direct Install Program provides and installs energy-efficient upgrades to low-income households. EBD Tribal Direct Install Program The program will serve residential buildings owned or managed by a California Native American tribes, tribal organizations, or tribal members. EBD Statewide Incentive Program Loan loss reserve and interest rate buy downs to reduce the cost of loans for home energy retrofits that improve efficiency and reduce GHG emissions. Learn More: www.energy.ca.gov Contact: Equitable Building Decarbonization Program equitablebuildingdecarb@energy.ca.gov