Intermediate Guided Driving Tour: Pinyon Mountain and Blair Valley
Explore Rugged Trails & Ancient Art in the Anza-Borrego Backcountry
Explore the remote desert landscapes around Pinyon Mountain and Blair Valley on this intermediate 4WD adventure. We’ll tackle rugged dirt trails, walk to the famous Squeeze, and visit an ancient pictograph hidden in the desert.
What to Expect:
- ~27 miles of dirt road driving through scenic desert terrain
- Drive up Pinyon Mountain Road to the famous “Squeeze” (we’ll park and walk to the top—no descending)
- A short hike at Mortero’s Trail to view an historic desert pictograph
- Stops to enjoy panoramic views and unique Anza-Borrego landscapes
- A full day adventure—bring a full tank of gas, water, and snacks or lunch
Who Should Attend:
- High-clearance 4WD required (No AWD vehicles)
- Drivers comfortable with intermediate dirt road trails
- 4WD enthusiasts looking for a scenic desert adventure
- Anyone interested in desert history, geology, and rock art
- Participants prepared for light walking and a full day outdoors
REGISTER TODAY!
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (End time is approximate)
Location: Meet at the ABF store in the Mall: 587 Palm Canyon Dr. #110, Borrego Springs, CA, 92004 (next to Calico’s). The group will then caravan to the start of the route.
Cost:
PRIMARY VEHICLE + DRIVER:
Non-members: $65/vehicle
ABF members: $55/vehicle
Students: $32/vehicle
ADDITIONAL PARTICIPANTS IN VEHICLE:
Additional general participant: $20
Additional student participant: $10
Children 5 & under: FREE
Cancellation Policy & Scholarships: Please see our FAQs page to read our cancellation policy and learn about scholarship options.
What Previous Attendees Are Saying:
“The guides were fabulous – both the driving guides and the botanist/geologists type guides. And fabulous scenery”
“I like the fact that there are folks leading this that know the area and can tell us history and geology.”
“It was seriously amazing and we enjoyed every minute of it!!”
Tour Leaders:
Steph and Tom DiPalma have traveled extensively in the last ten years and have spent each winter “season” in Borrego Springs. They have ridden their bikes across the USA and in Europe. They enjoy cycling, hiking, going to new places, entertaining friends, and spending time with family. Anza Borrego Desert State Park is their happy place and they love giving back to the Park. Steph is on the Board of Trustees for ABF and Tom is an avid supporter.
