Hard to get places in Anza Borrego which require 4WD or hiking
South Fork Borrego Palm Canyon
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Bishop_Bob Posts: 1
1/15/2026
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Greetings, fellow desert rats. I'm looking to backpack overnight from Culp Valley campground to South Fork Borrego Palm Canyon, traveling as far as the mouth of the canyon where it meets third palm grove. Will I have any luck along the way finding a campsite in this canyon - a flat space at least large enough for me to roll out my sleeping bag? Also, the greenery along the length of South Fork Borrego Palm Canyon (seen by satellite imagery) suggests water availability -- am I right, and if so, is it likely to be a flowing creek in early February?
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dsefcik Administrator Posts: 2643
1/16/2026
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There are always places big enough to roll out a pad and bag. Hellhole Flat is a great area to camp and explore. Can't comment on the water, maybe somebody who has been out there recently will know.
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Buford Posts: 471
1/17/2026
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Depending on the route, could be interesting. I assume you know how rugged the terrain is?
There will likely be water where the south fork meets the middle fork of Palm Canyon, although I have not been there for a couple years.
Not sure about water in the South Fork itself. Overall water situation will depend on the time of year, how recent, and how much rain fell.
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surfponto Administrator Posts: 1385
1/26/2026
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Let us know how it goes and post some pictures of your adventures
Bishop_Bob wrote:
Greetings, fellow desert rats. I'm looking to backpack overnight from Culp Valley campground to South Fork Borrego Palm Canyon, traveling as far as the mouth of the canyon where it meets third palm grove. Will I have any luck along the way finding a campsite in this canyon - a flat space at least large enough for me to roll out my sleeping bag? Also, the greenery along the length of South Fork Borrego Palm Canyon (seen by satellite imagery) suggests water availability -- am I right, and if so, is it likely to be a flowing creek in early February?
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surfponto Administrator Posts: 1385
1/26/2026
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Bishop_Bob wrote:
Greetings, fellow desert rats. I'm looking to backpack overnight from Culp Valley campground to South Fork Borrego Palm Canyon, traveling as far as the mouth of the canyon where it meets third palm grove. Will I have any luck along the way finding a campsite in this canyon - a flat space at least large enough for me to roll out my sleeping bag? Also, the greenery along the length of South Fork Borrego Palm Canyon (seen by satellite imagery) suggests water availability -- am I right, and if so, is it likely to be a flowing creek in early February?
Sounds like a great trip.
Post some pictures when you get back
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