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Anza-Borrego Desert State Park — California, USA

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

The largest state park in California — 600,000 acres of Sonoran desert, badlands, and slot canyons east of San Diego.

Where on earth

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Region
California, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Sonoran desert (0–1,800 m)
Best season
November – March
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Desert Hiking
  • Canyoneering

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Sonoran desert (0–1,800 m)
  • Best season: November – March
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

The largest state park in California — 600,000 acres of Sonoran desert, badlands, and slot canyons east of San Diego.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: November – March

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Sonoran desert (0–1,800 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Sonoran desert (0–1,800 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

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Last verified: 1970-01-01