Borrego Springs with Kids: Best Family Adventures

Family Fun in the Anza-Borrego Desert

Borrego Springs is a treasure trove of family adventures, offering everything from nature exploration to artistic and educational experiences.

Here’s your guide to the best activities for a fun and memorable family getaway.

Explore the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center

Start your adventure at the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center, where interactive exhibits and kid-friendly trails bring the desert environment to life.

Address: 200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Website: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Hike the Palm Canyon Trail

For families who enjoy hiking, the Palm Canyon Trail offers a relatively easy trek to a hidden palm oasis, complete with opportunities to spot desert wildlife along the way.

Address: 200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Website: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park



Discover Sculptures at Galleta Meadows

Head to Galleta Meadows to explore over 130 life-sized metal sculptures scattered across the desert landscape, featuring everything from prehistoric creatures to mythical beasts.

Location: Along Borrego Springs Rd and surrounding areas, Borrego Springs, CA

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Visit the Borrego Art Institute & ArtPark Garden

If you're interested in art and culture, the Borrego Art Institute and its surrounding ArtPark Garden provide a creative and serene space to explore.

Address: 665 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Website: Borrego Art Institute

Journey Through the Walk of the Cosmos

Take your exploration to the stars with the Walk of the Cosmos at the Borrego Springs Library, where you can learn about our solar system while enjoying a beautiful desert setting.

Address (Public Library & Park): 2580 Country Club Rd, Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Website: San Diego County Library - Borrego Springs

Play at Borrego Springs County Park

Just steps away, Borrego Springs County Park offers outdoor play, sports courts, and prime stargazing opportunities in the evening.

Address: 2599 Country Club Rd, Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Website: San Diego County Parks - Borrego Springs 



Treat Yourself at The Fudge Shop

Don’t miss a stop at The Fudge Shop, where you can treat your family to homemade fudge and old-fashioned candy.

Address: 590 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Website: The Fudge Shop

Explore the ABDNHA Desert Garden and Nature Center

For nature lovers, the ABDNHA Desert Garden and Nature Center offer a chance to learn about local desert plants and explore the natural world.

Address: 652 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Website: ABDNHA

Take in the Views at Fonts Point

Finally, wrap up your Borrego Springs adventure with a visit to Fonts Point. Known as the “Grand Canyon of California,” it offers breathtaking views of the Borrego Badlands, especially at sunrise or sunset.

Location: Accessible via a 4-mile dirt road off of Borrego Springs Rd, Borrego Springs, CA (Check with the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park for exact directions and conditions)



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