A recent article by Forbes has outlined some of the best destinations for world travel, and it just so happens that there’s one hiding right here in the U.S. So if you’re looking for some worldly travel without having to journey too far, you’ll want to plan a trip to the picturesque Anza-Borrego State Park in southern California. Take a look at the following photographs and prepare to be enchanted:
A relatively short drive from San Diego, Anza-Borrego State Park is a wonderland of breathtaking desert landscapes.
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This massive park encompasses over 600,000 acres within the Colorado Desert and is consequently the largest state park in all of California.
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Visitors to the park will have ample opportunities to explore the desert landscape by means of hiking trails.
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This natural area is also characterized by dramatic badlands, mountains, and unique rock formations.
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Depending on the time of year you visit, you may even get to experience the ephemeral desert wildflowers, which add a pop of color to an otherwise arid landscape.
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Flowers aren’t the only way to experience color, though. The sunsets visible from Anza-Borrego State Park are among the most dramatic in the U.S., largely because the desert seems to stretch on forever.
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The park is located at 200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004. Have you ever visited Anza-Borrego State Park? What was your experience there like? We’d love to hear from you!
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