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.

San Diego County • June 20, 2026

EV Charger Funding Available in Unincorporated San Diego County

Up to $75,000 Available for EV Charger Installations

Property owners in unincorporated San Diego County can now apply for funding to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations through the County's Electric Vehicle Charger Program (EVCP).

The reimbursement-based program helps cover the cost of purchasing and installing Level 2 and DC Fast Chargers at qualifying locations, including retail centers, apartment complexes, offices, medical facilities, schools, hospitality businesses, industrial properties, faith-based organizations, and other publicly accessible sites.

Available Funding

Level 2 Chargers

Up to $5,000 per charger
Up to 75% of total project costs
Additional $1,000 per charger in Equity Priority Areas

DC Fast Chargers (50–99 kW)

Up to $50,000 per charger
Up to 75% of total project costs
Additional $5,000 per charger in Equity Priority Areas

DC Fast Chargers (100+ kW)

Up to $75,000 per charger
Up to 75% of total project costs
Additional $10,000 per charger in Equity Priority Areas

Projects located within designated Equity Priority Areas may qualify for additional incentives and higher site funding limits.

Who Can Apply?

Eligible applicants include property owners within unincorporated San Diego County who plan to install EV chargers on sites such as:

Retail parking lots
Multifamily housing developments (4 or more units)
Apartment complexes
Office buildings
Medical facilities
Schools
Hospitality properties
Faith-based organizations
Industrial sites
Other easily accessible locations

Properties owned by federal, state, or tribal governments are not eligible.

Why the Program Matters

The County's goal is to expand publicly available EV charging infrastructure, improve access in underserved communities, support electric vehicle adoption, and help reduce transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions as part of the County Climate Action Plan.

How to Apply

Applications open June 25, 2026.

Check your property's eligibility using the EVCP Eligibility and Equity Priority Area Map.
Review the Program Guidelines and Terms and Conditions.
Review the required application forms.
Submit the EVCP Site Application Form and receive a Project Unique Identifier.
Start Here

Have Questions?

Email: evcp@sdcounty.ca.gov

Phone Number: (619) 481-5000

Important Deadline

Applications and required documentation must be completed by August 25, 2026 to receive reimbursement funding.

For businesses, property owners, and organizations interested in adding EV charging infrastructure, this program offers a significant opportunity to offset installation costs while providing a valuable service to residents and visitors.