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.

Andrea McKenna • June 2, 2026

Borrego Open Raises $7,000 for Children’s Center

Long-running golf tournament supports Borrego Springs Children’s Center with funds and supplies

The Borrego Open golf tournament once again brought golfers together in support of local children, raising $7,000 for the Borrego Springs Children’s Center.

The update appeared in the most recent Borrego Springs Youth and Seniors Center newsletter, in a piece written by Teresa West, Executive Director.

Held April 12–13 at the RoadRunner Club, the tournament began Saturday morning under mild spring weather, with temperatures in the 80s and a light breeze. Golfers traveled from as far away as Hawaii to participate in the long-running event, which has supported the Children’s Center for many years.

In addition to the $7,000 donation, the Children’s Center also received crayons, markers, paper goods, bandages, and other needed supplies.

West thanked the golfers, RoadRunner Club, and all who continue to support the historic tournament, which has been part of Borrego Springs for more than 50 years.

The Borrego Springs Children’s Center is part of Borrego Springs Youth and Seniors Center, Inc., located at 580 Circle J Drive in Borrego Springs.