Reviews

Steve Cowen

The state park, because they are firmly under the spell of the radical environmentalist and the Democrats, have basically cut off access to most of the northern part of the park to all but the most hardy of hikers of which I am one so I thought I would post some photos of what others who aren't quite so fit used to be able to enjoy because they could drive their Jeeps back up into these areas but now can't. Seems like kind of a shame to me that only a very select few can enjoy these areas anymore, due to who knows what or why, but then again being under the control of radical environmentalists and the California Democrats means you don't have to answer the questions of what or why.

TheDoRanger

Amazing visitor center with plenty of interesting exhibits and park film. Amazing rangers to help you out too! Park stamps of the park and the Anza Trail are offered here as well as a junior ranger program (no age-limit, so anyone can do!). If you can, hit a star party for some astonishing night skies.

Nash Holcomb

Don’t be fooled by the apparent lack of a building from the map! The visitor center is build as a cave! It’s very nice with plenty of great information, Anza Borrego merch and super friendly and helpful staff that pointed us to some great hiking trails

Mitch K

Largest state park in CA ... 600,000 acres. Limitless hiking. Visitor center great helpful people. Take water on hike & eye glasses/prote ction. Winds are STRONG debrie flies. Pay park pass at ciocsk. CC or exact cash

Rich M

Great place! We stopped here first to get info on the various hikes in the area. Great visitor center and staff to answer all of the questions. The center also has great samples of the various cacti out front. $10 entrance fee to the park/carload. Very clean restrooms with soap and paper towels! Picnic area both in the sun and in the shade around the center. Ample parking on dirt

Mandolinman58

Uh, yeah! I stopped for the sculptures but stayed for the beauty. Located about 30 west of Coachella/Salton Sea the park is extensive but, near the highway and accessible by car, there are dozens of giant rusty metal sculptures of ancient giant mammals that used to roam the area. They have a giant scorpion and locust. As you head north the sculptures are of dragons and even an adventurous four wheeling pair in a Jeep. For the most part you can drive your car up to and around each statue. The ones that you can't drive up to see are close to road with clear paths to them. To the west are beautiful mountains and to the east the park stretches as far as your can see. A great place to visit. Children will love it. Bring your camera because you will never see anything like this again and your friends won't believe you when you tell them. Peace!

Craig Bellavance

Arrive at the parking lot and buy your park pass at the kiosk. Use the clean flush-toilet restroom. Fill your water bottles. Head to the well-hidden visitor center. View the exhibits. Shop in the store. Get your visitor information guide and discuss your plans or options with a ranger. Get a start on your adventure by walking the quarter mile “Visitor Center All-Access Nature Trail” loop. You are now ready to hit the trails…

Markus Stampfli

Self pay parking, almost can't see it - due to its excellent architecture. Much information to be gained from self read placards and friendly rangers to assist all your needs. Nice self walk garden tours for all the plants species around.