Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area

California's Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area consists of 85,000 acres of desert land that can be explored off-road and used for recreation. This area is managed by the California Department of Parks and Recreation and is located next to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. 

RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES

Trails, routes, and open spaces are available for off-highway recreation, hiking, and camping. In some areas, you will find amenities such as restrooms and showers. Several picnic tables and shaded ramadas are available in the group and day use areas. 

The park also offers an interactive Discovery Center and a native plant garden to offer visitors a chance to learn more about the native plants of the Colorado Desert.

CAMPING AND PERMITS

There are no fees for day or overnight use of the area. Open camping is permitted throughout the area for up to 30 days per year. 

CAMPING REGULATIONS

• Camping is not permitted at Shell Reef, Devils Slide, Blowsand Hill, The Notches, or 4X4 Training areas. 

• There is limited camping East of Poleline Road.

• The park does not have a dump station for personal waste water disposal.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Visitor Guide