Sheep Canyon - Anza Borrego

4.8/5 (10 reviews)
Part of Coyote Canyon Lower, Sheep Canyon Trail used to be a popular thru way people enjoyed often. Sheep Canyon got its name from the seasonal pools of water and mud that the big horn sheep come down from the mountains to drink. Now since the park service has closed the trail for a short distance... Read More
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Highlights of Sheep Canyon - Anza Borrego

Desert Category Icon Desert
Iconic Category Icon Iconic
Mud Category Icon Mud
Overland Category Icon Overland
Rock Category Icon Rock
Sand Category Icon Sand
Snow Wheeling Category Icon Snow Wheeling
Wash Category Icon Wash
Water Category Icon Water
Highest Elevation
1645 ft
Shape of Trail
Connector
Typically Open
09/30 - 06/01
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Sheep Canyon
Nearest Town
Ocotillo
Nearest Services
Ocotillo
Management Agency
Anza-Borrega Desert State Park
District
Anza-Borrega Desert State Park

Overview

Part of Coyote Canyon Lower, Sheep Canyon Trail used to be a popular thru way people enjoyed often. Sheep Canyon got its name from the seasonal pools of water and mud that the big horn sheep come down from the mountains to drink. Now since the park service has closed the trail for a short distance between Coyote Canyon Upper and Coyote Canyon Lower, this area sees a lot less traffic on it. Thus now this area is a great retreat to avoid crowds and enjoy the peaceful scenery of Anza Borrego Desert.

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7 Waypoints
23 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
10 Community Reviews
1 Video
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