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When you hear the word “camping,” you might first think of the usual sites such as national forests, beaches, lakeside, woodlands, and grassy areas. But in Southern California, you would find a place that offers a unique and extreme lodging experience in a remote and deserted area; Far from the usual campsite like national parks and national forests where amenities and resources are available.
Borrego Springs, Situated in San Diego County, California, offers various opportunities to enjoy nature, whether in dispersed, primitive, or developed types of campsite.
On top of that, It is designated Worldwide Dark Community by International Dark-Sky Association, where the community kept minimum lightning to protect the night sky’s view.
So Here you could have the best stargazing experience that you could ever have, with gigantic statues of creatures made out of metal that complements the majestic view of the dark sky in a single photo.
Everything You Need to Know in Borrego Springs
San Diego County encompasses the largest California State Park, the Anza-(BXS) park. Learning everything about the place is essential before and after your travel. Now, join me as we discuss everything you need to know about (BXS) and Anza-(BXS) fields.
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
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Anza SP is the largest CA field, with its 500 miles of dirt roads, miles of biking and hiking tracks, and 12 wilderness areas that you might regret missing. Here, you could enjoy and learn the nature of the site at the same time.
HOW TO GET THERE: ANZA BORREGO DESERT STATE PARK
If you are from Los Angeles or San Diego,(AB) is an approximately 2.4-hour drive from Los Angeles and a 1.5-hour drive from San Diego.
| Address: | 200 Palm C. Dr, Borrego Springs, California 92004, United States. |
| Google Map: | https://goo.gl/maps/pHm943cvWajtT5yL9 |
| Contact Details: | +17607674205 |
| Official Website of California Parks: | https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=638 |
Best Time to Visit Anza SP
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The usual recommended time to visit barrens is from October to May, or the cold months.
This park is known for its breathtaking view of wildflowers, and if you want to witness it, we recommend visiting this place from March to April. However, wildflowers’ presence depends on the amount of rain (AB) they will receive during the winter months. If you would visit at the right time, you might witness a memorable scene of a barren covered with bright-colored wildflowers.
Things to do: Anza Borrego Desert State Park
Besides enjoying the out-of-this-world scenery of (BXS), it also offers many activities that you might regret missing.
- Biking
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Anza National Park is home to bikers who love adventures. With its more than 500 miles of road, you could charge less to explore, from up and down rocky hills to sandy parts of the area. But if you are up to a more extreme adventure, they offer some hiking tracks for bikers that challenge you. It is a great biking area based on reviews of other travelers.
- Hiking
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Anza SP is a beacon for hikers. With its miles of hiking trail varying in difficulty, length, and scenery, that would offer you plenty of opportunities to enjoy the place’s scenery from the mountain top.
- Horseback riding
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Summer months might be hotter than the recommended temperature for horses, so you could only experience horseback riding in this park during cold seasons.
This park is an oasis of horseback riders; it offers an excellent horseback riding venture, with its horse’s friendly campsites that provide access to plenty of tracks that take you through the breathtaking gorge and scenic scenery of the whole barren.
- Off-roading (OHV)
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If you are up to an off-roading adventure, then this might be the place for you!
The park offers rugged and barren surroundings perfect for this type of activity. For a more intense experience, you might want to travel down to Coyote Road.
- Swimming
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Despite being a dry and hot place, this place is an oasis. Because, If you want to freshen up during hot weather in rocky and dry barren lands, some sites offer pool swimming and hot springs while enjoying the scene of rugged landscapes.
- Camping
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This place would keep you entertained upon your visit to (BXS) because it offers both developed, organized, and primitive campsites that you could choose from, based on your liking. A total of 175 sites consists of 4 developed campsites and many primitive campsites that you indeed make your visit worth. It is the best area for a family camp based on reviews of other travelers.
Best Campgrounds in Anza Borrego Springs
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Here we have listed the top-rated Developed and Dispersed Campgrounds within (AB) Desert National Park that you might regret missing.
- Borrego Palm Canyon RV Campground
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Appearance could be deceiving, but do not let this place fool you! Because despite its dusty and rugged appearance, this campsite in Borrego springs books up fast!
This area makes a great lodging experience in (BXS); it is the largest and most developed campsite. It encompasses a total of 122 camps spread around the room, offering amenities including restrooms, potable water, showers, full hookups, and many more.
The campsites within the campsite have a maximum limit of 8 persons per site, including children. It is a great spot based on reviews of other travelers.
| Address: | 200 Palm Canyon Dr Borrego Springs, California 92004 |
| Contact Details: | (706)-767-4205 |
| campsite Type: | Developed |
| Rate: | $35 good for a 1-time visit. (Available for booking) |
| Elevation level: | 775 feet |
Property Features:
- Lodging: You must bring your Tents, Vans and trucks, and Motorhomes.
- Campfires: It is allowed; however, you must still check civil and local regulations regarding fires for your safety. Knowledge in properly extinguishing a fire is a must! ( Firewoods are available on this site)
- Pet-Friendly: Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed in this area.
- Kid-Friendly: You could bring your sons and daughters along with you.
- Potable water: There’s available drinking water in the area.
- Picnic area: There are available picnic tables.
- Restrooms and Showers – Since it is a developed site, they offer flush toilets and showers.
- Network Signal: Some networks are available such as; ATT, Verizon, and T-Mobile.
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Amenities:
- Pull-thru Sites
- Sanitary Dump Station
- Full Hookup
- Electric 50 AMP Hookups
- Electric 30/20/15 Amp Hookups
- Sewer Hookups
- Water
Reminders:
Even though it is a developed campsite, please note that a Wi-Fi connection is still not available in this area.
Activities:
Here we have listed the top-rated Developed and Dispersed Campgrounds within (AB) Desert National Park that you might regret missing.
- Tamarisk Grove RV Campground
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It is a smaller campsite option, with its 27 campgrounds and 11 cabins, making it a great place if you want a home-like experience in a barren.
It is one of the four developed areas. Tamarisk Grove campsite offers hiking trails and plenty of shades and provides amenities and resources with the reach. It is a great spot based on reviews of other travelers.
| Address: | Yaqui Pass Road, (AB) Desert SP, Julian, California 92036 United States |
| Contact Details: | (760) 767-5311 |
| campsite Type: | Developed |
| Rate: | $25 good for a day (Available for booking) |
| Elevation level: | 775 ft |
| Operating Season: | Opens from October 1 to May 31 |
Property Features
Lodging: You must bring your Tents, Vans and campers, and Motorhomes. Here are also available cabins that you could rent.
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- Campfires: It is allowed; however, for your safety, you must still check State and local regulations regarding fires. Knowledge in properly extinguishing fire is a must! ( Firewoods are available on this site)
- Pet-Friendly: Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed in this area.
- Kid-Friendly: You could bring your sons and daughters along with you.
- Potable water: There’s available drinking water in the area.
- Picnic area: There are available picnic tables.
- Restrooms and Showers – Since it is a developed site, they offer flush toilets and use showers.
- Network signal: Some networks are available such as; ATT, Verizon, and T-Mobile.
amenities
- Sanitary Dump Station
- Maximum Length: 21 ft
Reminders:
Even though it is a developed campsite, please note that a Wi-Fi connection is still not available in this area, and other amenities are not available.
Activities:
Tamarisk Grove campsite offers the best hiking experience on its Cactus fields trials, such as Cactus Loop and Yaqui Well.
- Vern Whitaker Horse RV Campsite
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It is a famous destination in Southern California for equestrian lodging during the spring and fall because this place is just 30 miles away from different horse-accessible tracks.
Consisting of 10 campsites, Vern Whitaker Horse Camp offers accessible sites for tent trips. And being also one of the few developed sites, this place provides amenities within reach.
| campsite Type: | Developed |
| Rate: | $35 good for a day (Available for booking) |
| Elevation level: | 960 ft |
| Operating Season: | Open Year-round |
Property Features:
- Campfires – It is allowed, but you must use the designated fire rings; ground fires are prohibited.
- Restrooms – There are available Flush Toilets.
- Showers – There are available outdoor shower areas on the site.
- Pet-friendly – Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed.
- Maximum length – 35 ft
- Drinking water – There is a water source in the area.
- Trash – There are available dumpsters.
- Network Signal- Possible on some network carriers.
Reminders:
It is an organized but not fully developed campsite; please note some amenities are not available, including Wi-Fi, Network signal, electricity hookups, and other amenities.
Activities:
Here, you could reach the track by either hiking, biking, or horseback riding.
- Bow Willow RV campground
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It is the most handful among the four developed sites, which only consist of 16 campsites.
It is located in an old Kumeyaay Indian Village, offering a handful of relics of Indio and showcases cattle ranches within Indios’ area. This place also provides tracks that are accessible to four-wheeled cars and trucks. It is a great spot based on reviews of other travelers.
| campsite Type: | Organized |
| Rate: | $15 per night |
| Elevation level: | 1,730 ft| |
| Operating Season: | Open Year-round |
Property Features:
- Campfires – It is allowed, but you must use the designated fire rings; ground fires are prohibited.
- Restrooms – There are available Vault toilets for campers.
- Showers – There are few shower areas on the site.
- Pet-friendly – Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed.
- Maximum length – 35 feet
- Drinking water – There is a water source in the area.
- Trash – There are available dumpsters.
Reminders:
It is an organized but not fully developed campsite; please note some amenities are not available, including Wi-Fi, network signal, electricity hookups, and other amenities.
- Blair Valley Primitive RV Campground
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Blair Valley campsite is a primitive, dispersed campsite with no designated campsites and would give you a challenging camp experience for having vault toilets as the only amenities within reach. It is a great spot based on reviews of other travelers.
| Address: | Great Southern Overland Stage RouteJulian, California 92036760-767-5311 |
| campsite Type: | Primitive, Dispersed |
| Rate: | FREE |
| Elevation level: | 2,500 ft |
| Operating Season: | Open Year-Round |
Property Features:
- Campfires: It is allowed. However, you must bring your metal container; ground fires are not allowed.
- Restrooms: There are available Vault toilets.
- Pet-friendly: Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed.
- Alcohol: Alcoholic beverages are allowed with restrictions.
- Network signal: It is possible for some network carriers.
Reminders:
- It is a primitive or Dispersed campsite; keep in mind that some amenities are not available, including showers, drinking water, trash or dumpsters, Wi-Fi, and other amenities.
- Please note that this campsite is not accessible for Recreational vehicles.
Activities:
Aside from lodging, this area is also available for off-roading, hiking, and biking.
- Sheep Canyon Primitive RV Campsite
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It is located in a secluded, boulder-covered valley with (AB) State Park and is the most primitive of all primitive campgrounds in the area.
It offers not only an extreme adventure but also plenty of hiking trails and scenic nature.
Lodging here offers plenty of designated campsites; however, you could still freely stay anywhere in the area.
| campsite Type: | Primitive, Dispersed |
| Rate: | $5 Parking Fee |
| Elevation level: | 3,350 ft |
| Operating Season: | Every October 2 to May 31. |
Property Features:
- Campfires – It is allowed; however, you must bring your metal container; ground fires are not allowed.
- Restrooms – There are available Vault toilets.
- Pet-friendly – Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed.
- Trash – There are available dumpsters.
Reminders:
- It is a primitive or Dispersed campsite; keep in mind that some amenities are not available, including showers, picnic tables, firewoods, Wi-Fi, some network signals, and other amenities.
Activities:
Available activities are; Biking and hiking.
- Yaqui Pass RV Campsite
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Another primitive barren campsite (AB) national park location is in a gravel lot just off of County Highway S3.
Yaqui pass has no designated campsites and no amenities offered. However, it is still the right place for camping, having a vast open space that you could freely use. It is a peaceful spot based on reviews of other travelers.
| campsite Type: | Primitive, Dispersed |
| Rate: | FREE (First-come first-serve) |
| Elevation level: | 1,730 ft| |
| Operating Season: | Open Year-round |
Property Features:
- Campfires: It is allowed. However, you must bring your metal container; ground fires are not allowed.
- Restrooms: There are available Vault toilets.
- Pet-friendly: Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed.
- Maximum length – 35 ft
Reminders:
It is a primitive or Dispersed campsite; keep in mind that some amenities are not available, including showers, trash or dumpsters, Wi-Fi, network signal, and other amenities.
Activities:
There’s an available track. That you could hike: The Kenyon overlooks the course.
- Yaqui Wells RV Campsite
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Located along Yaqui Wells dirt road in (AB) State Park, at County Hwy S3, is another primitive campsite.
Like others, Yaqui Wells campsite has no designated campsites and few amenities. It is a great spot to unwind, based on reviews of other travelers.
| campsite Type: | Primitive, Dispersed |
| Rate: | FREE |
| Elevation level: | 1400 ft |
| Operating Season: | Open Year-round |
Property Features:
- Campfires: It is allowed. However, you must bring your metal container; ground fires are not allowed.
- Restroom: There are available vault toilets.
- Pet-friendly: Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed.
Reminders:
It is a primitive or Dispersed campsite; keep in mind that some amenities are not available, including showers, trash or dumpsters, drinking water, Wi-Fi, network signal, and other amenities.
Activities:
You could hike the Yaqui Well.
- Mountain Palm Spring RV Campsite
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Accessible through a graded dirt road, Mountain Palm Springs is a Charge less primitive ground in ABDSP; it is a rugged area in the barren and offers a not-so-hospitable place cholla cactus that surrounds the area.
Cholla cactus is the jumping cactus that easily sticks to fur and clothes without even coming anywhere close to contact with them, making your trip an extreme trip.
As a primitive, dispersed site, This place has no designated campsites with few essential amenities, including a vault toilet.
| campsite Type: | Primitive, Dispersed |
| Rate: | FREE (First-come first-serve) |
| Elevation level: | 670 ft |
| Operating Season: | Open Year-round |
Property Features:
- Campfires: It is allowed. However, you must bring your metal container; ground fires are not allowed.
- Restrooms: There are available Vault toilets.
- Pet-friendly: Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed.
- Maximum length – 35 ft
Reminders:
It is a primitive or Dispersed campsite; keep in mind that some amenities are not available, including showers, trash or dumpsters, Wi-Fi, network signal, and other amenities.
Activities:
The place offers few activities such as; hiking, biking, and sightseeing.
- Culp Valley Campground
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It is a primitive site or ground located between two small peaks.
Culp Valley is located in the eastern end of (AB)State Park and is far from the dry, low desert landscape, and is slightly lusher, with low shrubs and bushes.
But despite those, this area does not have trees; builders and brush just provide the shades.
Culp Valley has no designated area for lodging, with few amenities such as vault toilets.
It is perfect if you want a quiet and peaceful surrounding with privacy.
| campsite Type: | Primitive, Dispersed |
| Rate: | FREE |
| Elevation level: | 3,200 ft |
| Operating Season: | Open Year-round |
Property Features:
- Campfires: It is allowed. However, you must bring your metal container; ground fires are not allowed.
- Restrooms: There are available Vault toilets.
- Pet-friendly: Dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed.
Reminders:
It is a primitive or Dispersed campsite; some amenities are not available, including showers, trash or dumpsters, Wi-Fi, network signal, and other amenities.
Activities:
Culp Valley Primitive campsite offers a nearby place to hike: The Culp Valley Loop. Culp Valley Primitive campsite Culp Valley Loop
Nearby Attractions
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(ABDSP) consists of a rugged landscape mainly formed by the forces of erosion attacking the uplifted mountains.
The thing is: the higher the mountain, the more they are intensely attacked by rain, snow, ice, and wind, as they surrender to the constant pull of gravity.
- Borrego Palm Canyon Trail
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(BPC) a 3.25-mile loop, approximately 450 ft above the majestic scenery of the deep desert gorge.
It is situated just in the northern part of the park’s visitor center and a usual and convenient spot to start your journey to the Borrego DSP.
To reach the head, you could drive through the largest developed campsite, a (BPC) campsite.
Take note; there would be an eight-dollar day-use fee. But don’t worry, because this is the only area that requires such a payment.
Nearest Camping area: BPC Campgrounds
- Panoramic Overlook Trail
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Be ready for a short hike to a 360-degree scenic feature that might captivate your eyes!
It is one of the best-reviewed tracks in (ABDSP).
Being surrounded by these prickly plants, it is also a self-guided nature course that offers a rocky ridge packed with various cacti, giving a breathtaking scenery of nature.
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You could also find a nature course guide pamphlet at the visitor center provided by the State Park itself at the well-marked head just across from Tamarisk Grove Campgrounds on Yaqui Pass Road, the southern part of (BXS).
You could start hiking up a rocky ravine, where you could quickly pass the first of fourteen numbered markers along the course; this corresponds with a short entry in the track guide pamphlet from the park.
Nearest Camping area: Tamarisk Grove Ground
- Yaqui Well Trail
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It is a free self-guided trail in Borrego, with a track guide pamphlet provided by the park that you could reach through the head.
It consists of a 1.6-mile round trip course with 100 feet of elevation level, ending at Yaqui Well.
Yaqui Well is a year-round water source situated in deserted surroundings.
For a back and forth hike up on a rocky and dirty single track, you could start from Yaqui Pass Road, just across from Tamarisk Grove Campgrounds.
Nearest Camping area: Tamarisk Grove Campground
- Kenyon Overlook Trail
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Kenyon Overlook may not impress you from the start, but it would offer a great hiking experience.
It is 125 feet above, and this is the best rewarding hike in the California desert.
You could start this loop; you could take Yaqui Pass Primitive Campground and a second roadside head along Yaqui Pass Road.
Best Resorts in Borrego Spring
Even if you don’t feel the thrill of outside lodging, you could still visit Borrego spring and rent some cozy Hotels, Inns, Parks, resorts, and haunts. They offer the best deals that would make you want to try.
Here we have listed some of the best-valued accommodations around (BXS).
- Palm Canyon Hotels & RV Resort Reviews
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You could travel the Highway West to this resort and hotels, where you can find peace and relax in unique accommodations, including vintage rentals, airstream rentals, Wild West-themed hotel rooms.
It is a best-reviewed RV resort in (BXS)
Take note; you could also be in the comfort of your Recreational Vehicle.
You could enjoy California’s hidden gem, the breathtaking scenery of nature from the desert area. Through PC, you could easily access (AB) State Park.
From here, you could unwind or explore the beauty of wildflowers during springs, unique experience of wildlife, and out-of-this-world and epic experience of night sky stargazing that the dark sky community has to offer.
| Address | 221 PC Drive, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 |
| Contact Details: | 00 1 855-925-0924 |
| Website: | https://highwaywestvacations.com/properties/palmcanyon |
| Lowest Rate: | As low as $109 (View deals on the website) |
Property Features
- Chargeless parking
- Wi-Fi access
- Pool Access (Outdoor and Heated)
- Restaurants
- Accessible hiking Hiking areas
- Pet Friendly )
- Available Conference facility.
- Available Banquet room
- Grilling facility.
- Convenience store
- Available gift shops
- Laundry Facility
Room Features
- A Refrigerator
- Flatscreen TV
Room Types
- Rooms with Mountain scenery
- Rooms with Pool scenery
- The Borrego Spring RV Resort and Golf Course Reviews
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It is a luxury retreat in the middle of ABDSP’s rugged and dry landscapes.
No RV? Well, that’s not a problem! They offer lodging waiting for you to rent.
Despite being in a remote area, this haunt offers a nine-hole championship golf course with a full-length driving range and other amenities and activities such as a mineral water swimming pool and hot mineral baths, a fitness gym with workout equipment, meeting rooms, tennis, and fishing areas.
This resort is an excellent spot for stargazing, giving you the best vacation that you could ever have. It is a great and cozy spot based on reviews of other visitors.
| Address: | 2255 Digiorgio Road PO Box 70, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 |
| Contact Details: | (760) 767-0004 |
| Official Website: | https://www.springsatborrego.com/ |
| Lowest Rate: | As low as $148 per (Check deals on the website) |
Property Features:
- Chargeless parking space
- Chargeless Wi-Fi access
- Pool access
- Fitness gym Workout Room and equipment
- A Snack bar
- Available Bicycle rentals
- An 8-hole Golf course
- Family and Kid-friendly
- Available Hot springs
- An Outdoor pool
- Available Vending machines
- Access to Hiking tracks.
- A Tennis court
- Available Fishing area
- A Table tennis area with equipment
- Pet Friendly
- Available Meeting rooms
- A Spa
- Grilling facilities and equipment
- A Convenience store
- A Gift shop
- Chargeless Newspaper
- A Shared lounge or TV area
- Laundry area
- Borrego Valley Inn Reviews
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You could Travel the Hwy West to Borrego Valley Inn. Here you could feel relaxed and rejuvenated underneath the scenic and majestic stars and skies of BXS during the evening time.
This place offers Comfortable rooms for two, together with private patios, a native desert garden, and a relaxing view of the landscapes and nature.
| Address: | 405 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 |
| Contact Details: | +1 760-767-0311 |
| Lowest Rate: | As low as $148 (View deal on the website) |
Property Features:
- Chargeless parking space
- Chargeless Wi-Fi access
- Pool access (Adult, outdoor and heated pools)
- Chargeless breakfast
- Accessible hiking areas
- A Spa
- Adults only
- A Baggage storage
- Available Paid-private parking on-site
- Non-smoking hotels
Room Features
- Available Hairdryer and Bathrobes
- Air-conditioning
- Housekeeping
- A Private balcony
- A Seating area
- A Coffee or tea maker
- A Flatscreen TV
- Available Complimentary toiletries
- A Microwave
- A Refrigerator
- An iPod docking station
Room types
- Rooms with Mountain view
- Non-smoking rooms
- Suites
4. Stanlunds Inn and Suites Reviews
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Situated in the middle of Anza Borrego Park,
Stanlunds was built in the 50s and renovated in 2005.
It offers a peaceful ambiance perfect for people who want a relaxing and tranquil vacation in a minimum of a 2-night stay. It is a great area based on reviews of other visitors.
| Address: | 2771 Borrego Springs Rd #278, Borrego Springs, CA 92004, US. |
| Contact Details: | +1 760-767-5501 |
| Rate: | As low as $85 (View deal on the website) |
Property Features
- Chargeless parking
- Chargeless Wi-Fi access
- Outdoor Pool access
- Accessible to Hiking areas
- Pet Friendly
- Grilling facilities
- A Baggage storage
- A 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking hotels
- Available Sun loungers and beach chairs
Room Features
- Air-conditioning
- A Desk
- Housekeeping
- Ironing equipment
- Kitchenette
- A Microwave
- Flatscreen TV
- Bathroom with showers and toilets
- An alarm clock
- A Refrigerator
- Available toiletries
- A Hairdryer
Emergency Hotlines
If you are in a life and death situation, or you witness an emergency, please call 911
Poison Control Center:
1-800-222-1222
ASPCA Animal Poison Control:
1-888-426-4435
RV Camping Checklists
Traveling to places like this park, where amenities are not always available, packing essential things is a must!
To help you avoid forgetting the essential things, we have prepared a checklist to have less hassle and organize a camping trip. Here is the list of the things that you might not leave without.
Personal, Hygiene, and self-care essentials
- Bring your best pair of shoes, and we recommend using comfortable rubber or hiking shoes because most activities are in Hiking areas. However: If you are comfortable wearing slippers, you could bring a pair too.
- You can’t leave your house without bringing spare clothes, especially during the summer season.
- Bring sun protection, including sunscreens, and hats, and sunglasses.
- If you don’t want to be flocked by insects, then a bottle of insect repellent is a must.
- You must bring any rain protection such as umbrellas, Raincoats, or waterproof jackets if the rain pours.
- Bring toiletries such as shampoo, soap, body wash, and anything you usually use.
- For emergency purposes, bring a first aid kit with essential medicines for cough, headache, stomach ache, etc.
- Bring hand sanitizers or rubbing alcohol.
- You must bring a toothbrush and toothpaste (of course)
- Bring to bring some facial towels, bath towels, wet wipes, and tissues.
Kitchen essentials
- In a remote area, especially in a primitive and dispersed campsite, Bring foldable tables and chairs, portable stoves or grills, Fuels, lighters, or matches for fire and cooking.
- Bring a Cooler box for food storage, a chopping board, kettle, pots, and pans for cooking, eating utensils such as plates, mugs, bowls, spoons, forks, knives, Can, and bottle opener.
- You must also bring a dishcloth or sponge and dishwashing liquid or soap.
Tent and other essentials
- Most of the park’s sites do not have an electricity source, so you must bring spare batteries, power banks for mobile cables, charges, solar or rechargeable lights.
- Bring a Tent repair kit in case of an emergency.
- Bring beddings such as sleeping bags, mats, or camp beds, pillows, and comforters for a comfortable sleep.
Important documents
- You must bring your bookings, tickets, camping permit, and other permits if there are any.
- Bring your travel insurance, IDs, cards, and other documents. And even extra cash in case the place does not accept cards as payment.
Best RV Essentials
Most places in Borrego springs are accessible by a Recreational Vehicle, and visiting those places requires thorough preparation. Here, we have listed the appliances and equipment essential in traversing to a remote area where amenities are not available.
RV GPS– There are hard-to-find areas, so to avoid being lost and save time and effort on finding your chosen campsite, we recommend buying the best GPS available at any store in your area.
RV Air conditioner– Traveling in a desert, especially during the summer season, may cause you discomfort. We suggest choosing the best air conditioner that suits your camper to have a fresh and cold trip.
RV Humidifier– To escape the humidity of a desert, especially during your summer camp trip in hot places, we recommend choosing the best Humidifier.
RV Toilet Paper– Some sites in BXS do not have toilets, and since you have them inside your RV, we suggest choosing the Best Toilet Paper that is suitable for your camper to avoid dealing with a clogged waste system.
Rv Sofa Bed– To experience the comfort of your homes while you are in between your travels, We recommend buying the Best sofa bed and Mattress for your camper.
Conclusion
Despite lacking in amenities on most campsites, Borrego Spring would still give you the best experience that would make you want to come back.
However, Borrego Spring lodging requires a lot of preparation and thorough planning. Remember that you must learn the nature of a desert and know that the weather here might be humid to hot, so please stay hydrated and always seek out anything that provides shades like ramadas.
We hope that we can help you plan your trip to Borrego Springs Campground through this article.