Vern Whitaker Horse Camp in CA -- Campground & RV Camping
Vern Whitaker Horse Camp in CA
CampgroundCA State Parks
7.8 mi from Borrego Springs
Setting
Vern Whitaker Horse Camp is an equestrian-only facility in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, roughly 8 miles from Borrego Springs. Ten campsites each accommodate up to two horses with access to corrals; additional horses available for a fee. On-site facilities include flush toilets, solar warm-water showers, drinking water, fire rings, grills, and picnic tables. The camp sits amid Colorado Desert terrain with access to over 500 miles of dirt roads and extensive trail systems. Seasonal operation runs October through May.
- Well separated here, with the nearest through road 0.6 miles off.
- Sits on broad, near-level ground.
- Palm Mesa stands 3,591 ft above the map pin, 4.9 miles west.
Climate averages
October normals 59–89°F, 0.2″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Starlink Radar
Open sky · Terrain & buildings · Tree canopy
Estimated horizon in eight compass directions, using 10 m USGS elevation. Sky clearance 99 of 100.