Welcome to the BORREGO EXPERIENCE Stay Safe. Get lots of fresh air!
Spread out and avoid the crowds in our 1,000 square miles of open spaces. Marvel at spectacular mountain views. Challenge yourself to one or more of our 200 half day hikes. Stay up late for infinite night time stargazing.
As Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, the community of Borrego Springs and our businesses gradually welcome visitors back to Borrego, it’s important to know how to enjoy our town and outdoor spaces safely.
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, face coverings are now required indoors (including visitor centers and State park restrooms) and outdoors when physical distancing is not possible. Yet, that’s not the only consideration before visiting a recreation site right now. Be prepared for new protocols to ensure a happy — and safe — visit. Here are five important steps for safely getting outside in the Park and visiting the community of Borrego Springs in 2020.
For more information please see:
Borrego Springs Coronavirus Resource Center
San Digo County Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Information
Update December 7, 2020: California has issued a Regional Stay at Home Order to stop the surge of COVID-19 cases and prevent a strain on the health care system. This action will help protect critical care for patients. While the order includes the closure of campground sites in impacted regions, the state also recognizes that mental health is physical health. As such, day use outdoor areas of park units currently open to the public will remain open. Members of the same household are encouraged to stay local and recreate responsibly in the outdoors. Please take the time to read the information contained on this webpage to find out what is open and closed, and the COVID-19 guidelines for this park unit.
Here is some additional information for locals visiting Anza-Borrego Desert State park:
What is open now?
What is currently closed at this park and throughout the State Park System?
Closed at this park:
Statewide:
Are there any new visitor guidelines?
Yes, State Parks has implemented the following guidelines to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 in the outdoors:
Statewide, California State Parks continues to work with locals on a phased and regionally driven approach to increase access to state park units where compliance with state and local public health ordinances can be achieved. However, the situation remains fluid and park operations can change at any time. The need for Californians to slow the spread of COVID-19 in the outdoors remains critical.
For information on statewide current closures and available services, please visit parks.ca.gov/FlattenTheCurve.
For information on statewide current closures and available services, please visit parks.ca.gov/FlattenTheCurve.
See the California State Park Website for the latest:
Visitor Guidelines and Updates
Visitor Information and Latest Updates for the Ocotillo Wells State Vehicle Recreation Area
Files coming soon.
Road conditions can change at any time!
See the latest updates for road conditions in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Galleta Meadows Sky Art Sculptures
The land and artwork of Galleta Meadows has reopened. They have been closed off since April due to the coronavirus and stay-at-home orders. Please remember to follow health and safety guidelines when visiting and gathering at the sculptures.
Remember to carry a lot of water, be alert of the possibility of encountering wildlife, be mindful of your vehicle’s sustainability for visiting some locations, and please do not climb on or touch the art works.
The Under the Sun Foundation are stewards of the 130 free-standing, metal sculptures produced by artist Ricardo Breceda. The sculptures are spread over 1,500 acres of undeveloped desert land, and taken care of by the Foundation, who continue to actively plan for the long-term care of this important community landmark and resource.
Source – The Borrego Sun https://www.borregosun.com/
Travel Report from Destination Analysts (pdf)
DownloadWhere can I stay, what restaurants are open, and what hours are specific shops/services open...see the Borrego Springs Chamber of Commerce website for up to date information: https://www.borregospringschamber.com/
For more information and updated information about visiting the Anza-Borrego Desert region including the Community of Borrego Springs and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park see:
Anza-Borrego Desert Natural History Association
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Files coming soon.
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