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17/07/2024

During your next stay in Borrego Springs, if the temperatures are high, there’s a rewarding drive with desert views from the mountains above.
It’s called Sunrise Hwy (S1) and it provides plenty of opportunities to hike and get a break from the heat.

Leaving around 5:30am will get you to the Sunrise Trailhead around 6:30am. It connects with the Pacific Crest Trail so it can be as short or long as you’d like.

Along this trail you get to view the rising sun, listen to quails coo and morning birds sing, breathe in the fresh cool air, and admire the views and flowers in bloom.

Plus, with temperatures 15° to 20° less than they are in town, this is a morning or day trip that can be well worth the drive.

04/07/2024

Happy 4th of July everybody! We like to celebrate our Independence out here by enjoying the sweet silence of the night while admiring the stars and milky way.
And if we really pay attention, we may catch a shooting star or 2.

Remember to be mindful of the heat and rise early to explore, bring extra water wherever you go, return to your car by 9am and rest in a cool or air conditioned space during the hottest part of the day 2pm-5pm.

If you need any last minute provisions,
Village Liquor and X L Co will be open until 9pm.
Mirage Gas will be open until midnight.

We’re expecting some hot days ahead of us so stay safe out there.

01/07/2024

Who’s had enough of the crowded beaches and traffic?
There are more private and peaceful scenes in the desert that await and water is included!
The clean pools in Borrego Springs are the perfect temperature right now and while there are several hotels and vacation rentals to choose from. Here are some of our favorites:

Photo 1: Perfect for a visit with friends or loved ones. With several pools to choose from,
Casa Del Zorro has some rooms and casitas available with a pool just a few steps away (make sure to mention your preference when booking). The main pool is located right next to the hotel’s bar and restaurant, The Fox Bistro so while your catching some sun, brunch and drinks are close by as well.

Photo 2: Bringing the family?
Club Circle East Resort has a few pet-friendly, private 1 and 2-bedroom condos available with a full kitchen and lots of charm. Their pool also has a ping pong table you can play in the shade.

Photo 3: For early mornings risers,
Borrego Springs Resort and Spa has tennis courts to play on before heading over to the pool with several shaded canopies to choose from. It is also located right next to The Arches, open for brunch on Saturday and Sunday morning. Cocktails anyone?

Pro tip: It’s worth waking up early to catch the coolest part of the day, 5am-10am and go exploring. Plan to rest in your air conditioned room during the hottest part of the day around 3pm so you can stay up to see the stars at night. This weekend will be a new moon so we’re expecting maximum visibility.

Enjoy!

20/06/2024

Happy Summer Solstice!
Today is the longest day of the year, which means the nights will get longer, giving us more time to enjoy night sky.

The full moon will be rising tomorrow around 8:15pm, providing a Fonts Point photo op or the chance for a short but beautiful moonlit night hike.

The June Bootid meteor shower will be active from Saturday, June 22nd until June 2nd. The peak rate of meteors will be June 27th so if you can’t make it out here this weekend, next weekend will give you another opportunity for desert night fun.

We hope whatever you end up doing, that nature gets to be apart of it. Have a great weekend!

24/05/2024

It's Memorial Day Weekend! Perfect time to visit Borrego Springs, CA and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Stop by the Sate Park Visitor Center for maps, books, and the latest information for visiting the park. For a primer stroll the interpretive trail (ADA compliant). Then get ready to be awed. Take the crew to Fonts Point. Marvel at the "Sky Art" sculptures scattered around the valley. "Sky Art" maps available at the Visitors Center, and from the Anza-Borrego Foundation and Anza Borrego Desert Natural History Center stores. Be awed by the night sky. Borrego Springs is a designated "Dark Skies Community". Explore Blair Valley. Go off road with over 400 miles of dirt roads, open for street legal vehicles only, four-wheel drive, high clearance a must. When the exploring is done, get ready to dine, and enjoy a beverage, in town along Palm Canyon Drive (in alphabetical order, because they are all our favorites) Carlee's, Carmelita's, Epicurious, Pablito's, or go "retro" at the nearby Arches Restaurant and Bar at Borrego Springs Resort. Borrego Springs, far from the maddening crowds, gateway to awesome experiences.

11/05/2024

Last night’s solar storm reached Southern California and was visible subtly dancing around Borrego Springs’ dark skies between 9pm and 2:30am.
The event will last all weekend so it may be possible to witness it again tonight.

Photos by Cristina Antonia

10/04/2024

While the Spring Wildflower Bloom may be "over", with the fields of wildflowers along Henderson Canyon Road, Coyote Canyon, and some other spots somewhat dimensioned, due to the steady occurrence of spring rains many wildflowers and cactus blooms, along with a "greening" of the desert landscape, can be enjoyed at many of the trails in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The sand verbana at Lute Mesa off S-22 remain impressive. Exploring the washes in this general area you can see a variety of colorful flowers, including blooming prickly pear, ocotillo, and barrel cactus.

02/04/2024

Want to catch a view of the badlands, but avoid the "crowds and dust" while heading up to Fonts Point? Try The Thimble Trail - easy to find just off S-22, the highway heading east from Borrego Springs, to the Salton Sea. The parking area is about 12.5 miles from Christmas Circle, on the south side of the highway just before mile marker 32. Look for the small "Thimble Trail" sign. It is directly across the highway from the parking area for Lute Mesa on the north. Also worth taking a peek at Lute Mesa as the blooming verbena has turned the whole slope purple with flowers. Plenty of parking space at the Thimble Trail head. If you have four-wheel drive, high clearance, you can drive the jeep road, about 4.5 miles, to Vista Mal Pais, for a great view of the badlands. It is a fairly easy 9-mile round trip hiking, with some beautiful views along the way. Our rainy Spring season has gifted us with plenty of a wide variety of wild flowers, blooming prickly pear, barrel cactus, and lush ocotillos to enjoy along the way.

26/03/2024

Mother Nature decided to water the plants again! While the major "bloom" areas along Henderson Canyon Road and Coyote Canyon may be starting to fade the wet weather has "greened" the Anza-Borrego Desert with cactuses blooming and wild flowers popping up here and there. At the southern end of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, "far from the maddening crowds”, verdant vistas and a variety of wild flowers can be seen on the Dolomite Mine Trail. The 1.2 mile, up and back, fairly easy hike, can be accessed heading south on County Road S2, about 30 miles south of Scissors crossing, at mile 53.3. Look for the sign, east as you head south, at the jeep road entrance, drive half a mile (be careful in the soft sand but we made it in Nissan Sentra) to the parking area. Walk along the jeep road from the parking area about a half mile to the abandoned mine. The Ocotillos are fluffy green and the orange blooms look ready to pop. Flowering barrel cactus, prickly pear, brittle bush, monkey paw, desert lavender and jojoba.
While the days have been seasonably comfortable still make sure to bring plenty of water as the low humidity can dry you out on even a cool day.

15/03/2024

They're back!!! It's Bloom Time in the Desert....and what an inspiring sight to behold. For information on where and how best to visit the very impressive spring desert wild flower bloom here in the Anza-Borrego Desert please visit the Anza-Borrego Foundation (ABF) website. As the official "friends" of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park they will post updates on where and how best to see the flowers. For more information you can also visit their bookstore, located in "The Mall" on Palm Canyon Drive and get the latest information from staff and volunteers, or visit the official state Park Visitor Center at the Park Entrance. The Anza-Borrego Desert Natural History Association Bookstore (ABDNHA), located on Palm Canyon Drive, west of Christmas Circle also has great information and knowledgeable staff to help guide your adventure. Directly across Palm Canyon Drive, next to Jilberto's Taco Shop, there is a bank of Port-o-Potties placed in the gravel parking area. Two of the units are ADA accessible. There is also a permanent, all pavement, easy access, ADA restroom located next to the Center Market, behind the Performing Arts Center, also located west of the Circle on Palm Canyon Drive. In between your potty stops check out Borrego Spring's wide range of restaurants, gift, curio, art, and antique shops, and the not to be missed Frugal Coyote Boutique and Thrift Store, whose proceeds support the Borrego Springs Youth and Senior Center. The Borrego Village Association thanks local community leaders Anne and Jim Wermers along with the Rotary Foundation, Anza-Borrego Foundation, Anza-Borrego Desert Natural History Association, Borrego Valley Endowment Fund and the American Legion for their help funding the temporary rest room facilities to provide comfort to YOU, the cherished visitors coming to Borrego Springs to witness the natural splendor of our desert in bloom!

26/02/2024

SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2024
CANDLEWOOD ARTS FESTIVAL

The 4th edition of the Candlewood Arts Festival includes a performance by Karla Diaz on Galleta Meadows centering community stories from Borrego Springs; a newly commissioned sculpture by Debra Scacco engaging the stories of water embedded in the land around Borrego Springs; the return of a sculpture by Pearl C. Hsiung inspired by our relationship to nature and the form of desert flora; and an exhibition of work by students at Borrego Springs High School and Middle School along side work by past Candlewood artists. Art making workshops, an artists' talk, and a celebratory opening party with refreshments. Free and open to everyone. Full schedule and details on the website underthesunfoundation.org.

30/01/2024

No four wheel drive? No problem. Two of our favorite hikes starting right off the pavement are the popular William Kenyon Overlook Trail and the less known ridges above Yaqui Wash. Drive past Rams Hill Resort heading south from Borrego Springs on S3. The Yaqui Wash turnout is on the right, next to "the hill", before the road starts to climb. Parking area can be soft. Hike up the wash staying to your right, follow the wash a few hundred meters up, and you'll see a rock carin leading up a side wash. Great views exploring the ridges and washes. Rabbits, coyote tracks, impressive ocotillo stands, cholla fields, etc.. The William Kenyon Overlook Trail, for views of Mescal Bajada, is a couple of miles further up S3, at the top of Yaqui Pass. Parking area on your left. Fairly easy incline to the overlook. You can also follow the trail along the ridge line that leads down to the Yaqui Pass Campsite. Impressive views along the way

23/01/2024

SUMMARY OF BORREGO SPRINGS WELCOME SIGNAGE SURVEY

The results are in of Borrego Springs first-ever community survey regarding welcome signage, known by the County as “community identification” signage. A total of 263 responses were received: 60% from full-time residents, 28% from seasonal residents and 12% from visitors.
An overwhelming majority, 90% of respondents, thought the need for new welcome signage is important. This response is a green light for the grass-roots signage committee to continue its efforts to design, build and install welcome signage.
For more information on Survey Results visit our website BorregoExperience.com

11/01/2024

For those visiting Borrego this weekend, there’s a new shop open for you to check out. Desert Lovers & Co recently opened its doors right next to Meta Skin Studio.
The brainchild of Cristina Antonia Serrentino, this artisan community has transitioned from its online space to a beautiful store carrying desert-inspired creations and locally sourced goods by Borrego artisans.

“My dream has always been to create an environment, a place where artists could sell their wares. The website allowed local artists to expand their reach beyond the surrounding area. The store provides many more artists a destination for their creations to be appreciated in person”, explains Cristina.

Something unique to the space is the Anza-Borrego Apothecary. Here, you’ll find Cristina’s candle-making studio as well as an assortment of products like hand-made salves, soaps, room sprays, oils and herbs.

At Desert Lovers & Co you’ll also find gift items like hand-knit apparel, crochet blankets, leather purses, jewelry, macrame wall hangings, paintings, mosaic furniture, and Wild Edge Threads tees and tanks inspired by the desert’s fauna and flora.

Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate the birth of The Mall’s new artistic hub and support our local artisans.

11/01/2024

No power in town so a good excuse to take a hike or walk out in the desert. This morning’s view is looking north towards Font’s Point and the Santa Rosa Mountains.

28/12/2023

This morning’s hike was glorious around Glorietta Canyon. The recent rain has saturated plant, sand and rock alike, bringing out a rich color palette of the desert.
Picturesque and yet photos don’t quite do it justice. Definitely worth experiencing in person.
A 6 to 6:30am start time is recommended for the best opportunity to catch the sunrise as well.
Happy hiking!

15/11/2023

What a beautiful view to wake up and hike to

09/11/2023

If you’re new to bicycling in Borrego, the Chamber of Commerce has you covered with this new guide offering 3 route options with varying lengths.
The routes were designed by bicyclists for all levels and offer mostly flat, paved roads with minimal traffic and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and sculptures in the foreground. If you’d like to find out more information or pick up a physical copy of this guide, stop by The Borrego Springs Welcome Center is located on the corner of Palm Canyon Dr. and Stirrup Rd.

03/11/2023

Starting today through Sunday, November 5th, the 6-12-24 Hour World Time Trial Championship riders will be cycling along an 18-mile course for either 6, 12, or 24 hours.
It’s a great time connect with other riders and discover why Borrego Springs is one of the top cycling destinations.
On Saturday, the Borrego Springs Art Guild will be kicking off this season’s first vendor event: Art and Crafts in the Park located at Christmas Circle from 10am to 2pm and there will also be live music starting at 1pm.
This is the same area where the Time Trial Championship start/finish line is located so be sure to check it all out!
We’ve linked their page as well so you can follow them for more updates.

30/10/2023

Thanks to a grant from the Borrego Valley Endowment Fund the Borrego Village Association on Friday, October 27th, organized two First Aid / CPR Certification classes led by Colin Macdonald from Kit Fox Outfitters in Ramona. The course is free of charge for participants. One course was organized by Rams Hill Resort, the second, our first Spanish language class, was hosted by Borrego's Community Resource Center. This was the second of three planned sessions in the program. We project that up to 100 Borregans will have completed Emergency First Aid - CPR Certification after the third session is concluded in January. if you interested in taking a course, please email us at [email protected]

24/10/2023

For those looking to start their day with a high intensity heart-pumping hike, this trail not only offers a challenge but plenty of beautiful views along the way to the top.

It’s called Alcoholic Pass and is located about 15 minutes north of town in Coyote Canyon.
If you do make it up to the top of the trail, there is a log book that you can read and sign.
Give yourself about 1-2 hours to make it up to the saddle and back to your car depending on how many breaks you take.
Things to keep in mind when when deciding to hike this trail:
• Mornings offer mountain shade until about 10am
• Can be a good sunset hike if you bring a flashlight for the way back
• There are lots of Ocotillos along this trail so if they’re leafing out, it’s just glorious to see
• There are lots of rocks and cactus so watch your step and take breaks for stronger coordination
• If it’s windy in town, it will be a lot windier here so better to return when the weather is calm

After your hike, Kendall’s Cafe at The Mall is a great restaurant to renourish and recover. They offer breakfast from 7am to 11:30am (or noon on the weekends), lunch until 2pm, and dinner from 4-8pm Wed-Sat.

20/10/2023

It’s a beautiful morning

19/10/2023

This weekend is a great opportunity to get back into nature. The views are extra spectacular right now with leafed out ocotillos, some starting to turn orange and red.
Several shades of green desert shrubs and some autumn flower blooms can be seen throughout the area as well.
It will be warm so remember your hat, sunscreen and bring extra water. Early morning hikes are recommended as these days are starting off around 75°.
By 10am it will be closer to 90° so that is a good time to plan on being back at the vehicle.

If you do prefer to hike later in the morning, we recommend Culp Valley Cultural Preserve.
It is a 10-15 minute drive up Montezuma Valley Rd and a bit cooler as well.

For lunch you can stop by Borrego Days where there will be plenty of food vendors and live music happening at Christmas Circle on Saturday, Oct 21st from 9:45am - 6pm as well as Sunday, Oct 22nd from 10am-3pm.

Happy travels!

14/09/2023

The Borrego Village Association, as well as the community of Borrego Springs, greatly appreciates receiving from the San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization (CECO) a grant of $1,293.00 to purchases 10 pairs of hiking shoes for Borrego Springs High School Students enrolled in our Interpretation Course. The program, in partnership with the National Association for Interpretation, allows students to earn accreditation as certified Interpretive Hosts and Nature Guides. This professional level certification is recognized as a credential by California State Parks, the U.S. National Park Service, and internationally.

The hiking shoes allow our students, the majority of them from families of need, representative of our community of 3,000 residents that is recognized by the State of California as a severely disadvantaged community, to access the pristine nature of 1,000 square mile Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, to participate in nature-based internship activities led by the State Park and, hopefully, make experiencing the outdoors part of their lifelong, healthy, lifestyle.

05/09/2023

Rain, rain come our way! The front that passed through over last weekend not only broke a string of very hot days, but provided some much appreciated water to "green" the desert. Picturesque opportunities abound.

31/08/2023

Sunrise Trail Head - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Don't have six months or so of vacation time to hike the entire Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)? Why not try a picturesque portion of the trail that traversers through Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. An easily accessible point, along the "must drive" Sunshine Highway, at a cool 5,000 feet, is the Sunshine Trail Head. There are spectacular views with vistas showing the diverse geology and ecosystems from high alpine to the desert floor. Whether hiking for 10 minutes or 10 miles you'll be rewarded by the natural wonder that abounds around you. The signed parking area is easily accessible from the Sunrise Highway (S1) close by mile 34.5. From Julian follow Rte 79 to the Sunrise Highway (S1) turnoff.

03/06/2023

The World’s Toughest Bicycle Race – passes through Borrego Springs on June, 13th 2023
Starting from Oceanside, CA “RAAM” spans over 3000 miles, climbs 175,000 feet, crosses 12 states, and finishes at City Dock in Annapolis, Maryland, the east coast sailing mecca.
Race Across America is one of the most respected and longest running ultra-endurance events in the world. RAAM is seen as a pinnacle of athletic achievement not only in cycling circles but the greater sporting community as well.
Open to amateur and professional racers, in solo, 2-, 4- and 8-person relay teams, there is no other race in the world comparable to RAAM. The Race has become a global icon, having had over 35 countries represented. Not only has RAAM proved to be one of the most challenging races in the world, but has become a huge platform for racers to raise awareness and money for charities of their choice. Racers have raised over $2 million per year over the past 5 years.
The first check point for the racers is at Christmas Circle in Borrego Springs, with riders expecting to begin passing through around 5:00pm on Tuesday June 13th. Come cheer on these world class endurance athletes as they complete the first stage one of most arduous bike races on the planet. www.raceacrossamerica.org

25/05/2023

The Anza-Borrego Foundation want to share some tips to help you stay safer in the hotter weather. Although the number of visitors to the Park is much less in the summer, many come out to enjoy the desert heat. Here are our top ten tips on staying safer in the summer heat.
Note the BVA would like to add this "insider tip"...find a pool with a view!

1. Always research the weather before heading out. Know the temperatures at what time of the day by checking the hourly weather.
2. Avoid heat peak times by heading outside in the early morning or late afternoon.
3. Bring plenty of water and stay hydrated. You should always have more water than you need in case there is an emergency, and you get stuck outside longer than you expect.
4. Always let someone know your itinerary, including where you are going and when you return.
5. Learn to recognize heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Symptoms vary but may include headache, dry skin, high body temperature, red skin or rash, rapid pulse, dizziness, and confusion.
6. Wear lightweight, loose, breathable, and light-colored clothing. Bonus if it has an SPF of 50 or more.
7. Avoid dehydrating drinks such as alcohol, coffee, or tea. Supplement with electrolytes if you are sweating.
8. Use sunblock, sunglasses, and a hat to avoid sunburn.
9. Stay in the shade as much as possible and rest frequently.
10. Create a backup plan. Sometimes it is too hot to be outdoors, so have a fun backup plan indoors just in case!

18/05/2023

The Borrego Village Association (BVA) is organizing a First Aid - CPR Certification course, facilitated by Colin MacDonald from Kit Fox Outfitters (kitfoxoutfitters.com) , on June 9th from 3pm - 7pm.
Location will be at the Borrego Valley Endowment Fund office, 575 Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 128 (The Mall) in Borrego Springs
The per-person cost is $40.00, but the course is free to full and part time residents, and those employed in Borrego Springs
Pre-registration is not required, however we would like to get a confirmed head count by June 1st as there are a maximum of 20 places available. Minimum age is 16 years. If interested please email [email protected] your:

• Name
• email address
• phone number

27/04/2023

Welcome Hammerheads!

The International Aerobatic Club Chapter 36 San Diego Hammerheads are back in the skies April 28 – April 30 at the Borrego Valley Airport for the annual Spring Roundup competition. Bring your umbrellas and lawn chairs to enjoy this amazing three-day competition.

For more information see International Aerobatic Club https://www.iac.org
Since 1975, they’ve promoted precision aerobatics through coaching, competition, and camaraderie.

Each year, IAC36, whose home airport is Borrego Valley, hosts two of the largest aerobatic contests in the country. Everyone from student pilots to world-level competitors takes part.

The Borrego Valley Airport is easy to find just 3 miles east from Christmas Circle in Borrego Springs. From Christmas Circle head east on S-22 (Salton Sea Highway). After the four way stop at the elementary school the airport is about 2 miles further on the right (north) side of the highway. Check out the Propeller Restaurant at the airport for food, drinks and entertainment!

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The Borrego Village Association, is a nonprofit citizen stakeholder organization, it is working to create and sustain a thriving and attractive community, surrounded by Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.

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