Anza Borrego Desert

Encinitas/Leucadia to Anza Borrego

Lake Hodges Dam

Although the lake is full, it's not spilling over the dam

The last storm dumped snow on the high country

In fact, many tourists are in Julian, to enjoy a rare snow in San Diego County

Anza Borrego

By mid afternoon we reach the Stagecoach Trails RV Resort. It's spacious and clean. We love it.

late afternoon shadows on the hills surrounding the RV park

Our campsite

Marti working on blog

View out our back window

Around the RV Park

Group BBQ area

Trees haven't yet leafed out

Covered eating area

The next day we take a hike up a canyon behind the park.

Trail entrance

Hills with yellow wildflower carpet

Entrance to canyon

Hiking Peter

Desert landscaping, designed by Mother Nature

Although we know there are ancient grinding stones used by the native Indians in this area, it takes us awhile to find them.

Old grinding stones

Peter demos size

This rock reminded us of an owl's head

We return to our camp satisfied after a wonderful hike.

Campground at sunset

Peter studies the map for our next stops

High clouds at sunset

The next morning as we head out towards Arizona, we discover Agua Caliente Hot Springs County Park complete with several hot pools and a swimming pool.

Next trip, we'll try staying here.