Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is home to Vern Whitaker Horse Camp, a dedicated equestrian facility managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation in Borrego Springs. The camp accommodates RVs up to 35 feet and includes toilets, showers, picnic tables, and campfire access. Reservations are available, and nightly fees run $35. Nearby, Coyote Canyon sits less than a mile north, and those researching places to camp near Borrego Springs will find additional options in the area. This camp is a practical match for horse owners looking to explore the desert with their animals.
Description
Vern Whitaker Horse Camp
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Tamarisk Grove ONLY: Non-potable water is available at the campground. Please bring your own water for drinking and cooking.
A horse or horses are required to reserve and check into campsites at Green Valley Horse Camp and Los Vaqueros Group Horse Camp at Cuyamaca Rancho Desert SP AND Vern Whitaker Horse Camp at Anza-Borrego Desert SP.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsVern Whitaker Horse Camp is located in California near Borrego Springs
Public CampgroundAddress
200 Palm Canyon Drive
Borrego Springs, CA 92004
Coordinates
33.348714 N
116.399371 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 1/26/26
Access
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Toilets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 35 min from El Centro, CA
- 1 hr 51 min from San Diego, CA
- 2 hrs 33 min from Yuma, AZ
- 3 hrs 5 min from Los Angeles, CA
