Perhaps one of the most unique and talked about features of Anza Borrego isn't the natural beauty but rather the man-made art. In the low desert, a small city named Borrego Springs features some of the most amazing sculptures in North America. Comprised of steel, these sculptures of modern animals, prehistoric dinosaurs, and mythical creatures lace the desert like hidden gems to be found.
These sculptures are an amazing mix of craftsmanship, design, and location. The desert background almost makes them look like they are walking next to you.
Thus when in the area, explore the desert and let us know what you find. And by all means, please tell us which one is your favorite. Is it the Jeep, Sea Serpent, Phoenix, T-Rex, or something different? There are over a 130 different sculptures in the desert. We can't wait to hear from you soon and see your photos.
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Most of the trip requires you to drive on highways. The best starting spot is Christmas Circle in Borrego Springs. From there you either go north or south to see the sculptures.
Not really an off-road trail but very worthwhile none the less.
Lots of cool sculptures to see. Most you can drive right up to, but not the dragon any longer
This is great outing for the family and no need for 4wd, any vehicle could do this dirt road. We came through after camping elsewhere in the park and it was a great time. The kids loved having lunch with the elephants. Disappointed to see they had most of the sculptures on the north end open to foot traffic only. No sure if it’s been that way for long, but I’ve seen pictures of rigs with the serpent sculpture and was looking forward to taking my own. Still worth the drive if you’ve got Little’s and not-so-Little’s too.
Awesome drive. Definitely not an off road trail but it’s a great place to explore and take a break from the trails. Highly recommend if you need to stop in Berrego Springs.
More of a road than a trail. Super super easy to get to and sculptures are right off the road. Our fav was the serpent. Really cool to see. New Years weekend was busy.
Super easy.
Everything is easy to get to. You can drive up to the sculptures and they are quite elaborate.
They are also close to the town so you can gas up and get ice cream if needed.
All sculptures are open to drive into... all "side routes" are closed. Seems like they are making it so only one access point is available for each sculpture vs multiple access points.
Loved the sculptures! Lots of fun after running nearby trails.
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Joshua Noesser grew up in Southern California but has lived in different parts of the country during his young adult life. Josh was first turned to four wheeling when he road with one of his friends dad up Surprise Canyon in the Panamint Valley at age14. After nearly 3 different roll overs later and a half dozen intense waterfalls, Josh was hooked. At 16 he purchased his first Jeep a CJ 7 and by 17 was putting his first locker in it.
Currently, Josh is the owner and CEO of Nybble, an IT Solutions Company based in Orange County, California. Nybble isn't your normal IT company where everyone stays in and plays video games. Nybble's average company trip is out on the trails since a good amount of his staff enjoy wheeling too. As Josh likes to say, he offers the only IT Company with the ability to provide services in extreme locations. "If you want a server at the top of The Hammers, we will take care of that for you."
Today you can find Josh out on the trail behind the wheel in one of his three different off-road vehicles. See the vehicles below for more information.
If you ever run into Josh, please say high, he is a very friendly person and is always happy to have a new person join the group.
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