Anza Borrego Desert State Park
200 Palm Canyon Drive
Borrego Springs, California 92004
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Local Phone: (760) 767-5311
California's largest state park consumes 600,000 mountainous acres, or about one-fifth of San Diego County. It's famous for the spring wildflower bloom, the rugged landscapes and clear skies. As at most state parks, however, dogs are not permitted on trails.
They are only allowed in campgrounds and picnic areas, on designated roads where vehicles are allowed, and on the trail from the Visitor Center to the Campground, provided they are leashed or restrained and picked up after. Dogs are not allowed in the backcountry, on trails, or in the wildflower fields.
Advice from DogTrekker: Don't be discouraged from visiting the park because of the restrictions. Even a half-day motor tour is rewarding, especially in winter and spring. The park also has a large number of dirt roads where dogs are permitted.
For wildflower updates, call (760) 767-4684 for a recorded message.
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