Anza Borrego Desert One-Day Itinerary
On this journey you will discover an incredible living laboratory that includes thousands of cultural and historic sites in the desert. A great day trip from San Diego and Orange County, or a fun weekend getaway from Los Angeles or Santa Barbara.
TRIP SUMMARY
When to travel: Any day of the week
Best seasons to travel: Fall, winter, spring (summer OK but very hot in the desert)
Suggested for: Couples, families, friend getaways, nature and culture lovers
Kid-friendly, vegetarian-friendly, not dog-friendly
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
A drive through a stunning state park
Art sculptures
Time to peruse a village with Spanish influence
Authentic Mexican cuisine
A hike through a canyon
ITINERARY CLUES
STOP #1: An epic drive through a dusty desert with massive art sculptures scattered in the most unexpected of places.
STOP #2: An epic hike through caves, canyons and more.
STOP #3: Lunch at a timeless Mexican cantina.
STOP# 4: A casual stroll through a small desert village.
PACKING ESSENTIALS
Lots of water and a reusable, refillable bottle
Camera
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Comfy shoes for hiking
Snacks for the drive
NOT INCLUDED:
✗ Any additional costs associated with your trip, including but not limited to transportation, gas, parking, entrance fees/tickets to attractions, food and beverages, and applicable taxes and gratuities wherever you go.
✗ Reservations. We will provide our recommendations for where to eat and visit but it’s ultimately your responsibility to make the actual reservations/bookings where applicable.
✗ Hotel accommodations. If you’d like to extend your stay overnight, we’re more than happy to book your hotel. Let us know as far in advance as possible so we can find the best hotels to suit your taste and budget.
INCLUDED:
✔ A ‘California Day Tripping Essentials’ guide that includes a packing list and helpful tips for planning your day.
✔ A series of 4-5 stops that will make up your day’s itinerary, with recommended roadside stops along the way.
✔ Restaurant, attraction and activity recommendations.
