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#1 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
5 of 5 stars 87 reviews
The largest state park in California is home to amazing flowers and plants which bloom in the early spring.
Attraction type  State Parks; Deserts; Scenic Drives
Distance  1.8 miles from city centre
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#2 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
5 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Owner description: Exciting Day and Overnight Excursions in the amazing Anza-Borrego Desert State Park aboard refurbished military vehicles. We... more » Owner description: Exciting Day and Overnight Excursions in the amazing Anza-Borrego Desert State Park aboard refurbished military vehicles. We are the Park's only licensed concessionaire. Also, Wine Tasting Tours featuring a gourmet barbecue in the Julian Back Country. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.3 miles from city centre
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#3 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Popular day hiking area for desert lovers.
Attraction type  Deserts; Canyons
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#4 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Tours
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#5 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
5 of 5 stars 1 review
This mountain range provides for the unique experience of desert hiking and camping.
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  23.5 miles from city centre
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#6 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: Championship nine-hole golf course with full length driving range. The golf course totals 3,084 championship yards, 2,894... more » Owner description: Championship nine-hole golf course with full length driving range. The golf course totals 3,084 championship yards, 2,894 yards from the white tees and 2,646 from the front tees. There are two par 3s, five par 4s and two par 5s for the 36-par course. The course posts a 111-slope rating and a 33.9 course rating. This first-class course is a nice trip from the Palm Springs, Los Angeles, and San Diego areas, yet far enough away to feel secluded. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
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#7 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Mysterious desert mountain located in Anza Borrego State Park.
Attraction type  Mountains; Mysterious Sites
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
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#8 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Monument dedicated to the legendary mountain man, Thomas Long "Pegleg" Smith, and his lost gold mine. Site of the annual... more » Owner description: Monument dedicated to the legendary mountain man, Thomas Long "Pegleg" Smith, and his lost gold mine. Site of the annual liars contest. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  23.5 miles from city centre
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#9 of 20 attractions in Borrego Springs
2.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Waterwell located in the Anza Borrego State Park. Site of the mysterious Ghost Dancers.
Attraction type  Mysterious Sites; Deserts; Bodies of Water
Distance  1.5 miles from city centre
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Rugged and powerful, this 5,756-foot peak provides a challenging, though rewarding climb, from the desert below.
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  1.5 miles from city centre
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Hiking area in Anza Borrega State Park.
Attraction type  Deserts; Valleys
Distance  12.2 miles from city centre
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Legendary apparition sighted around the Superstition Mountain area.
Attraction type  Mysterious Sites
Distance  12.2 miles from city centre
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This landmark in Coyote Canyon is part of Anza Borrego State Park. Popular with day hikers.
Attraction type  Deserts
Distance  23.5 miles from city centre
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Trail marker in Coyote Canyons.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
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Located in Coyote Canyon, great place to hike for viewing desert plants and life.
Attraction type  Deserts
Distance  12.2 miles from city centre
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Mysterious light phenomena appearing over the Borrego Valley and surrounding area.
Attraction type  Mysterious Sites
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
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Owner description: Located in the southwest corner of Anza Borrego State park, this is an uncrowded mountain to hike, with plenty of abandoned... more » Owner description: Located in the southwest corner of Anza Borrego State park, this is an uncrowded mountain to hike, with plenty of abandoned mine shafts and desert to explore. Danger: beware of bats in the mine shafts. « less
Attraction type  Mountains; Deserts
Distance  1.5 miles from city centre
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A desert walk comes alive on this trail during the spring when the desert flowers are in full bloom.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  12.2 miles from city centre
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About four stories high, and very narrow, this canyon contains some scattered desert flowers.
Attraction type  Canyons
Distance  12.2 miles from city centre
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At 5,349 feet, this is one of the highest in the Anza-Borrego State Park.
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
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