For anyone who is new to camping or the desert – let us guide your adventure and introduce you to Anza-Borrego in a safe and fun environment!
Description:
Kick off the new year with the Anza-Borrego Community Campout geared to those who are new to camping or the desert – almost for free, we just ask you to contribute a small commitment fee. Over three-days and two-nights, we’ll teach you how to camp in the desert in a fully supported, guided, and all-inclusive adventure in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.
What to Expect:
• All-inclusive winter camping adventure teaching you how to camp and explore in Anza-Borrego. We provide tents, sleeping gear, meals, and activities —just bring yourself and a sense of adventure!
• Hands on learning: How to set up a tent, cook camp meals, we’ll guide interpretive hikes, we’ll prep and sit around a campfire for s’mores and stories, and star gaze in one of the darkest night skies in California.
• Extremely low-fee experience with everything provided so that cost is not an issue to experiencing the magnificent and healing outdoors.
• A welcoming community: Meet new friends and share the joy of camping in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Who Should Attend:
Inexperienced campers or those new to Anza-Borrego or the desert.
Anyone who wants to experience the beauty of the desert without the hassle of planning or packing.
Great for:
Families with kids of any age
Individuals and couples
Anyone curious about exploring Anza-Borrego for the first time
REGISTER TODAY!
Please complete this interest form and we will reach out with next steps:
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8532380/Community-Campout-Interest-Form
Date: Friday, January 16 – Sunday, January 18, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. Friday – 12:00 p.m. Sunday
Location: Borrego Palm Canyon, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, 200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
Cost:
$35 per family commitment Fee
Not a Member? Join today – save money and receive lots of perks!
Cancellation Policy & Scholarships: Please see our FAQs page to read our cancellation policy and learn about scholarship options.
What Previous Attendees Are Saying:
“I love camping with my kids but the planning gets overwhelming/it can be hard to fill the day once we're there. This resolved both issues and also allowed us to meet new people.”
“This camping trip got my kids (5 and 3 year old) to love the desert. They still talk about the animals and the cactus they saw and can't wait to go back. Thank you for making this a fun experience for the kiddos!”
“My favorite part was how organized the camping trip was from beginning to end. I appreciate all the activities and the food. The food was amazing! Thank you thank you!”
What to Bring: Clothing, toiletries, favorite snacks, camera, pillow, sheet, items of personal preference (We provide all meals, camping gear, and activities). A detailed packing list will be provided in advance.
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