Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs

Borrego Springs offers a dispersed camping experience near the desert terrain of Southern California. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and the Galleta Meadows Sculptures.

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Location

Dispersed Camping

Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs is located in California

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

33.20799732 N
116.3604146 W

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Connectivity

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    T-Mobile
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    Verified by 9 users
    Last on 3/9/26
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 8 users
    Last on 3/9/26
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    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 4 users
    Last on 3/9/26

Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
    Verified by 9 users
    Last on 3/9/26
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 8 users
    Last on 3/9/26
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    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 4 users
    Last on 3/9/26

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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3 Reviews

Reviewed Feb. 19, 2026

Great spot

Arrived here yesterday. One long road with "sites" along it. The land is part of the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, but there is no fee and no permit required to stay here. And you can stay, free, for up to 30 days. We tow a 33' 5th wheel and got in with no problem. The mountains are beautiful!

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Month of VisitFebruary
Reviewed Mar. 27, 2025

Easy Access, Fun Place

The best feature of this free camping area is the awesome metal sculptures right near this campground. 

Near the cute town of Borrego Springs, just a little off Borrego Springs road. Not secluded by any means. Please use existing pull outs. Keep it clean so we can continue to enjoy this free spot. 

It's one road in. The further back you go, the more privacy. I stayed fairly close to the front as I was only there one night.

Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs by Kathy B., March 27, 2025
  • Review photo of Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs by Kathy B., March 27, 2025
  • Review photo of Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs by Kathy B., March 27, 2025
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Reviewed Mar. 22, 2025

Galleta Meadows - Rusty Creatures and Dark Skys

On the outer southern edge of Borrego Springs is this private yet free camp area.

A few dozen sites exist, each some five hundred feet or more apart. All have views of the surrounding mountains, and the wide open skies.

Borrego Springs is a dark sky community, which means lights are kept to a minimum, thus enabling great star viewing.

The area is renowned for its hiking and other outdoor activities. It is also known for its iron sculptures, which many exist within this camp area.

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs by Abe C., March 22, 2025
  • Review photo of Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs by Abe C., March 22, 2025
  • Review photo of Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs by Abe C., March 22, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Galleta Meadows, Borrego Springs?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.