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Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

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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.

Tamarisk Grove ONLY:  Non-potable water is available at the campground.  Please bring your own water for drinking and cooking.

Thank you for your patience as we finalize the 2026 inventory. Please continue to check back. We will be releasing the inventory as soon as it becomes available.

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Vern Whitaker Horse Camp is located near Borrego Springs in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The terrain consists of desert landscapes with sparse vegetation and rocky formations. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center and the Borrego Palm Canyon Trail.

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Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is located in California

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Address

200 Palm Canyon Drive
Borrego Springs, CA 92004

Coordinates

33.348714 N
116.399371 W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park allows vehicles up to 35 feet.

Are fires allowed at Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

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

How hard is it to get a campsite at Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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There are 11 campsites at Vern Whitaker Horse Camp — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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