Backpacking California's Largest State Park

Welcome to the Anza-Borrego Desert, California's largest state park. Palm tree oasis's teaming with wildlife dot this desert landscape and make for magical camping destinations. Located 2 hours east of San Diego close to the U.S. Mexico border. The best time to visit is during the winter when temperatures are cool enough to hike in.

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0:00 Welcome to Anza Borrego
1:43 Hiking to Bow Willow Campground
2:35 Food & Water
4:09 Through the Mountains
7:24 Night at the Ruins
10:45 Back to Bow Willow
11:33 In the Oasis
14:38 The Way Out
15:33 Trip Planning & Details