Short Wash

4.3/5 (10 reviews)
When traveling through the deserts of Ocotillo Wells and Anza-Borrego State Park, there is an amazing scenic shortcut when heading to Fonts Point. Short Wash provides a pleasant drive in an area that humans rarely touch. This backcountry trail is one of the more peaceful drives in the area, and ma...Read More
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Highlights of Short Wash

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Overland Category IconOverland
Sand Category IconSand
Scenic Category IconScenic
Wash Category IconWash
Highest Elevation
1047 ft
Shape of Trail
Connector
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Short Wash
Nearest Town
Borrego Springs
Nearest Services
Borrego Springs
Management Agency
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
District
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Overview

When traveling through the deserts of Ocotillo Wells and Anza-Borrego State Park, there is an amazing scenic shortcut when heading to Fonts Point. Short Wash provides a pleasant drive in an area that humans rarely touch. This backcountry trail is one of the more peaceful drives in the area, and many find it to be one of their favorites. Along the route, you will see the Santa Rosa Mountains hovering off to the north, while at the same time surrounded by all the fantastic desert flora and fauna. If you are sightseeing or on an overland adventure, check out this scenic route through the desert.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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7 Waypoints
23 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
10 Community Reviews
1 Video
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