Borrego Palm Canyon Campground in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is a wonderful place to experience the rugged landscape and many charms of the park. Campers often choose to visit in February through March when the wildflowers are at their best. and temperatures are mild. The popular Borrego Palm Canyon Trail begins at the campground.
Some sites at Borrego Palm Canyon Campground are designated for RVs, trailers, or tents, but have no hook-ups; other sites have full hook-ups. The full hook-up sites are arranged in parking-lot fashion. Other campsites are more spread out. The campground also has Group Tent-only Sites.
Vern Whitaker Horse Camp is located nearby, 8 miles north of Borrego Springs.
| Borrego Palm Canyon Campground Basics | |
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| Borrego Palm Canyon Campground Location: | 5 miles west of Borrego Springs in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park |
| Elevation: | 597 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | from San Diego - 85 miles, 1:54 |
| Number of Sites: | 120 |
| Open - Closed: | open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 covered by campground fee, additional fee for extra vehicles |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California State Parks |
| Campground and Park Information: | (760)767-5311 |
| Reservations for Borrego Palm Canyon Campground |
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| Reservations highly recommended: | Borrego Palm Canyon Campground reservations are available for camping dates from October 1 - April 30; otherwise first come, first served when open |
| Booking Window: | from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | Hook-up sites 35 feet, pull-through |
| Accessible Sites: | #118, 119, 120 |
| Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: | Anza-Borrego SP Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM |
| Fees: | $35 for standard sites $45 for hook-up sites Reservation fee $7.99 |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: Noon |
| Borrego Palm Canyon Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, shade ramada, food locker, fire ring, some sites with full hook-ups |
| Campground: | restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, campfire circle |
| Showers: | Yes, purchase tokens at campground entrance |
| Dump station: | yes |
| Campground map: | Borrego Palm Canyon Campground Map |
| Nearby facilities: | Visitor Center, Borrego Springs with gas, lodging, restaurants, medical aid, |
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Five group tent-only sites are located on a loop within the main campground. Each group site can accommodate from 9 to 25 people and up to 6 vehicles. Maximum vehicle length is 20 feet. No RVs, trailers, or similar vehicles are permitted in the sitea.
Reservations: Borrego Palm Canyon Group Campground
Fee: $125 per night
The Vern Whitaker Horse Camp is situated off Henderson Canyon Road, 8 miles north of the town of Borrego Springs. It is for day use and horse camping only. The 10 sites at the campground are open from October 1 through May 31. Reservations can be made from October 1 to April 30, otherwise the sites are first come, first served.
Fee: $35 per night
Each site is for 8 people, 2 horses, one motorized vehicle, and one trailer. Site #1 is an accessible site. Two additional horses are allowed for an additional charge. Each site has a BBQ, fire ring, picnic table, and 4 corrals. There are restrooms with flush toilets and s shower. Bring along a hose and bucket for watering your stock.
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
Temperatures can reach 80-100 degrees in the spring. Visitors are advised to carry water and wear sun protective hats. Be aware of possible flash floods during storms. Check with the park for road conditions. Always notify someone of your plans, including when you plan to return.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
With over 600,000 acres, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is the largest state park in the contiguous United States. Campers at Borrego Palm Canyon Campground enjoy a wide range of scenic places to visit.
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