Intermediate Guided Driving Tour

Get ready for an unforgettable 4-wheel drive adventure through Anza-Borrego Desert State Park! This Intermediate Guided Driving Tour invites you to explore the desert’s rugged beauty, perfect for those with some 4-wheel drive experience. Navigate sandy washes, rocky paths, and uneven terrain as you visit awe-inspiring spots like Pumpkin Patch and Fonts Point. With expert guidance and a small group of fellow explorers, you’ll experience the desert like never before.

• Boost your 4-wheel driving skills in a safe and supportive environment.
• Discover breathtaking, lesser-known desert spots with ease.
• Connect with fellow adventurers who share your passion for nature.
• Support conservation efforts while enjoying an unforgettable day outdoors.

REGISTER TODAY!

Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025 

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 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: $25/vehicle 

ADDITIONAL PARTICIPANTS IN VEHICLE: 

Additional general participant: $20
Student participant: $10
Children under 5: FREE 

*Please note that as the Anza-Borrego Foundation is a non-profit organization, all program costs are used to support current and future education programs, including subsidized programs that seek to increase access to the outdoors.  

Scholarships: A limited number of scholarships are available for those with financial hardship. If you’d like to request a scholarship, please reach out to [email protected] with a two–three paragraph description about why you’d like to attend this program and your need for a scholarship. 

What is included: 

• Participants will venture along sandy trails and washes to reach spectacular stops such as: 

• Pumpkin Patch 

• Five Palms 

• 17 Palms 

• Fonts Point or Vista del Malpais 

• There may be an optional additional afternoon segment for participants wanting a further challenge. 

• Participants can expect areas with deep or soft sand, rocks to drive over or around, and some uneven terrain.  

Who should attend: 

• Those with previous off-roading experience 

• 4WD or AWD and higher clearance vehicles required

Participants should bring: 

• Adequate water 

• Snacks/lunch  

• Comfortable shoes to spend short periods walking around at tour stops 

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests must be received at least seven days before the first day of the event if you wish to receive a refund. Events may be cancelled due to unsafe weather, road conditions, or low attendance, with 24-hour notice, if possible. If ABF cancels a program, we will issue a full refund or credit.