Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Activities

Click here to view the latest Park Interpretive Schedule. Look for the link found in lower right hand column of ABDSP's website.
 
Naturalist Talks
Presentations by Volunteer Naturalists take place at the Visitor Center. Most talks last about 40 minutes and are held outdoors or inside our air-conditioned classroom. Naturalist Talks are accessible to wheelchair users.
 
Nature Walks
Often beginning at the Visitor Center, these are easy (about one half mile) walks which last about 45 minutes and are led by Park staff or volunteers. The monthly schedule announces the topic, time, place and any other information you might need.
 
Guided Hikes
Join Park staff or volunteers for a longer guided hike that covers hilly or uneven terrain. The topic and length of time to allow are listed on the monthly schedule. Please note that many of these hikes begin at the end of dirt roads or at other distant locations.
 
Campfire Programs
You don't have to be a camper to visit the campground for our free evening programs. Presented by Park staff and knowledgeable volunteers, Campfire Programs are held at Borrego Palm Canyon, Tamarisk Grove and Bow willow Campgrounds, primarily on weekends.
 
Junior Ranger Programs
This is a free hour-long program for kids aged 7-12. You can sign up at the Visitor Center on the weekend of the program. Programs are offered on Saturday mornings throughout the winter and spring. Parents may drop off and pick up their children at the Visitor Center. You can also visit the California State Parks' website for more information.
 
Groups
Nonprofit, educational, and youth organizations for children in kindergarten through high school may request an interpretive program at the Visitor Center. Please call ahead of time to arrange.
 
Contact the Visitor Center for more information (760) 767-4205.