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.

Jake Hinton • August 8, 2024

Borrego Springs Public Library: A Community Resource

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Located in the heart of Borrego Springs, the Borrego Springs Public Library is a beloved community resource that serves residents and visitors alike.

2580 Country Club Road

Borrego Springs, California 92004

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Phone: (760) 767-5761

Email: borregolibrary@sdcounty.ca.gov

The library offers a wide range of services and amenities, including:

A collection of more than 20,000 books, magazines, and other print materials

A variety of digital resources, including e-books, audiobooks, and online databases

A children’s section with books and activities for young readers

Meeting rooms and a community room available for rental

A computer lab with free internet access

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A Hub for Sustainability, Education, and Exploration

Visitors can enjoy the library’s amenities, including free WiFi, nearby parks, shopping, and restrooms, while charging their vehicles at the EV parking spots—part of the library’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. Solar energy powers the library as part of its Zero Net Energy initiative, ensuring efficiency in the desert climate.

Beyond its amenities, the Borrego Springs Public Library hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including book clubs, author talks, and craft workshops, making it a key hub for community education and enrichment.

The library is also part of a larger, thoughtfully designed project that includes a sheriff’s station and park. Designed with Borrego Springs’ Dark Sky Community status in mind, the project features educational displays that incorporate constellation mapping and local history. As visitors walk the property, both kids and adults can enjoy a great educational experience, learning about the planets and stars through these interactive displays.

“Playing off the celestial skies was tremendous inspiration for the entire library and park site,” said architect Ralph Roesling. “The Galaxy Court, Cosmos Way and Polaris Plaza educate with concrete markers indicating the planets’ relationships to earth and sun. Everything about the site has been thought through, with respect to recreation, dark skies astronomy, discovery, and places for imagination.”

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EV Charging at Borrego Springs Library

The Borrego Springs Library is not only a hub for learning and community events but also supports eco-friendly transportation. The library is equipped with an EV charging station, located at 2580 Country Club Road, Borrego Springs. This ChargePoint station offers a convenient and affordable option for electric vehicle owners, with a cost of just $0.25 per kWh. The parking is free, and the charging station provides a 6.48 kW output with a J-1772 connector, making it compatible with most electric vehicles.

Overall, the Borrego Springs Public Library is a valuable resource for the community, offering a wide range of services and amenities for all ages. Whether you’re looking to borrow a book, use the computer lab, or charge your electric vehicle, the library is a convenient and welcoming place to visit.

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Old Borego Open House Celebrates the Valley’s Historic Heart

By Martha Deichler • September 4, 2026

Please join the Civic Foundation for its annual Old Borego Days celebration No, Borrego is not misspelled in the title above. This is the way Borrego was spelled back in 1928, when the first post office opened in what is now called “Old Borego.” The site is located at 1580 Rango Way. Please join the Civic Foundation for its annual Old Borego Days celebration of the historic heart of the Borrego Valley on Sunday, November 8, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The turnoff from Rango Way will be marked with a sign. Please note that no restrooms are available. Visitors will be able to enter the old post office and general store, originally run by Eslie Wynn, and view a fascinating video from the 1950s extolling the virtues of life in Borrego Springs. One of the first homes in Borrego Springs will also be open for public viewing, offering a nostalgic look back at life in the community’s earlier years. In addition, Borrego Springs Elementary School fourth graders, who study California history, will have their essays on display. Three students will receive awards for their writing on “Borego Now and Then.” Old Borego Days Sunday, November 8, 2026 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. 1580 Rango Way, Borrego Springs

Borrego Springs High School Blood Drive

By Borrego Springs High School • August 29, 2026

Wednesday, September 16

George & Rosa Featured in St. Barnabas “Who Is My Neighbor?” Series

By St Barnabas Communications • August 27, 2026

Borrego Springs-made short film screens Oct. 11 St. Barnabas Episcopal Church will present the award-winning short film George & Rosa on Sunday, Oct. 11, from 1–2 p.m. as part of its “Who Is My Neighbor?” film and discussion series. Written, produced and directed by Borrego Springs resident Matt Bosson, the 24-minute drama follows George and Rosa, two people living on the margins who form an unexpected bond despite speaking different languages. The story explores loneliness, companionship and human dignity. George & Rosa was produced entirely in Borrego Springs, with local talent involved in the production and the Anza-Borrego desert serving as its backdrop. The film won Best Medium Short in the Reale Film Festival’s June 2026 Monthly Awards. Bosson worked for many years in television video playback on productions including 24, House MD and Grey’s Anatomy before relocating to Borrego Springs, where he teaches English and continues his filmmaking and music work. His previous short BAD was also filmed and premiered in Borrego Springs. The screening will be held at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 2680 Country Club Road, followed by a community discussion as part of the ongoing “Who Is My Neighbor?” series.