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Anza-Borrego Desert, USA

From series “Top 11 Most Unusual Deserts on the Planet”
Anza-Borrego, which is also considered a landmark of world importance, is in the south of California. It gained its name in honor of the famous Spanish traveler and explorer, Juan Bautista de Anza. In 1933, the entire territory of the desert has been declared a national reserve. Its area is about 2 400 square km. Many travelers know the Anza-Borrego desert by its unofficial name, The Flowering Desert.

Anza-Borrego Desert, USA This title is fully depicting the main feature of the desert. After the end of the rainy season, a considerable part of its territory is covered by the colorful meadows of flowers. Researchers and tourists come from all over the world to admire this amazing sight. In spring, you can see the beautiful blooming marigolds and lilies, Anab and yucca, as well as traditional desert plants, cacti. Many of them are also covered by bright flowers. Anza Borrego Desert is a real boon for those in love with nature. A number of exciting hiking trails are laid for tourists.

In the northern part, there is a picturesque canyon, where you can see rare species of trees and meet a typical inhabitant of the local wildlife, a bighorn sheep. Some areas of the desert amaze with strange stone statues, which for thousands of years have been forming under the influence of wind, water, and erosion. There is also an amazing eroded cave, which is noteworthy for all fans of unusual excursions. The most unusual area of ​​the desert is the Pumpkin Patch. It is notable because of round stone formations that really resemble huge pumpkins. To the beginning - Lencois Maranhenses

Anza-Borrego Desert - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'ATM' located in 0.43 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Bill G Auto Leasing' is located in 2.9 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'X L Co' in 1.51 km
Supermarket: 'Tish's Health & Herbs' in 0.3 km
Parking: 'Borrego Canyon Campground' in 2.15 km
Apotheek: 'Borrego Health | Borrego Pharmacy' in 2.1 km
Police station: 'San Diego County Sheriff's Department' in 1.73 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Coyote Steakhouse' in 1.12 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Palm Springs Airport PSP - in 63 km
 »  MCAS Miramar Airport NKX - in 80 km
 »  Montgomery Field Airport MYF - in 85 km
 »  Abelardo L Rodriguez Airport TIJ - in 95 km
 »  NAS North Island Airport NZY - in 96 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Anza-Borrego Desert

Apple Tree Inn

Located in 29 km from Anza-Borrego Desert
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Rooms: 16
A private entrance is available in all rooms at the Apple Tree Inn. Free toiletries are provided. Rooms offer mountain views. Downtown Julian is 3.5 … More: photo, rates and booking
Riviera Oaks Resort and Racquet Club

Located in 45 km from Anza-Borrego Desert
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Rooms: 70
The one to two-bedroom villas provide balconies and dining areas. They also include sofa beds, cable TV and DVD players. Wi-Fi is available. The … More: photo, rates and booking
Oak Knoll Campground

Located in 46 km from Anza-Borrego Desert
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Rooms: 25
Featuring a full kitchen, this one-bedroom cottage at Oak Knoll Campground is equipped with an upstairs loft. Satellite TV and a DVD player are … More: photo, rates and booking
San Vicente Golf Resort

Located in 47 km from Anza-Borrego Desert
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Rooms: 28
Cable TV, a small fridge and free Wi-Fi are available in the guest rooms at the San Vicente Golf Resort. The Oaks Grille Restaurant, featuring … More: photo, rates and booking

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