Friends Of Ocotillo Wells

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Friends Of Ocotillo Wells “Helping California State Parks provide for safe and enjoyable experiences at Ocotillo Wells SVRA

10/24/2026

Good morning, Riders!

There are two events happening at Ocotillo Wells SVRA today, October 24, 2026, so we’re expecting a busy day on the trails!

As you head out to ride, please remember to: Follow all safety protocols. Use hand signals when appropriate. Be patient, courteous, and respectful of fellow riders.

Most importantly, have fun and enjoy your ride!

Let’s work together to keep Ocotillo Wells safe and enjoyable for everyone. Ride smart, look out for one another, and have a great day out there!

Stay safe and happy riding!

🔭🎃 Halloween Programs: Pumpkin Patch, Astronomy, & Scorpion Search! 🦂✨Join us for our Junior Ranger programs on Hallowee...
10/17/2026

🔭🎃 Halloween Programs: Pumpkin Patch, Astronomy, & Scorpion Search! 🦂✨

Join us for our Junior Ranger programs on Halloween! We will be exploring the pumpkins that are found in our park, and you will be able to create your own pumpkin! ✨🎃

📅 October 31, 2026 🕢 2:00 PM📍 5172 Highway 78, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 Meeting location: Discovery Center

Additionally, we will be having our first night program of the season: a spooktacular evening under the stars! Explore the wonders of the night sky with our astronomy program, then join the adventure as we search for scorpions with UV lights! 🔦🦂 Hot chocolate and candy will be provided by Friends Of Ocotillo Wells!

📅 October 31, 2026 🕢 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM 📍 5172 Highway 78, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 Meeting location: Amphitheater on the nature trail

Bring your curiosity, your sense of adventure, and get ready for a night of stars, science, and spooky desert discoveries! 🌠👻

🌵 Welcome back!🌵We’re excited to welcome you to our first Junior Ranger program of the season! Whether you’re joining us...
10/15/2026

🌵 Welcome back!🌵

We’re excited to welcome you to our first Junior Ranger program of the season! Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another season of adventure, we’re so happy to have you with us! This time, we’ll be learning all about one of the desert’s most fascinating residents: tarantulas! 🕷️

Programs will be held at 10:30am and 2:00pm

Have you ever wondered why these eight-legged critters can be spotted wandering across the desert floor? What are they looking for, and what makes them such an important part of our desert ecosystem? 🤔

Join us as we uncover some amazing tarantula facts, bust a few myths, and discover why these fuzzy creatures deserve a little love and appreciation! 💚

We can’t wait to explore, learn, and kick off another exciting season of Junior Ranger adventures with you. See you out there, riders!

Come out and join us for Ocotillo Wells 50th! November 21, 10AM - 2PM!
10/11/2026

Come out and join us for Ocotillo Wells 50th! November 21, 10AM - 2PM!

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT! With rain storms potentially bringing wetter weather to Southern California, it’s important to stay w...
10/09/2026

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT!

With rain storms potentially bringing wetter weather to Southern California, it’s important to stay weather aware when visiting our park!

Please be aware of your surroundings and be aware that we are expecting showers within these upcoming days. Please check the weather in Ocotillo wells before planning a trip out here.

⚠️ Flash floods can happen quickly, even when it isn’t raining where you are. Water from storms miles away can flow through washes and low lying areas.

Before you ride, check the forecast and any weather alerts. If flooding occurs, move to higher ground and NEVER attempt to drive through floodwater.

https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lon=-116.13&lat=33.145

CLOSURE NOTICE! The Ocotillo Wells SVRA Discovery Center will be closed this Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 1...
10/08/2026

CLOSURE NOTICE!

The Ocotillo Wells SVRA Discovery Center will be closed this Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10th. Our Interpretive staff will be at an event that is offsite. We will be open Sunday, October 11th as normal.

Thank you and we are looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

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10/02/2026

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Join us as we celebrate! More details as event gets closer!
08/21/2026

Join us as we celebrate! More details as event gets closer!

The riding season may be over for most but we have two fun programs coming up! Join us as we hunt for scorpions on June ...
06/04/2026

The riding season may be over for most but we have two fun programs coming up! Join us as we hunt for scorpions on June 12th, and look at the stars on the 13th! Free!

Seasonal Closure NoticeThe Ocotillo Wells Discovery Center is now closed for the season and will reopen in Fall 2026.Tha...
05/31/2026

Seasonal Closure Notice

The Ocotillo Wells Discovery Center is now closed for the season and will reopen in Fall 2026.

Thank you to all of our visitors, volunteers, staff, for making this season a success. We appreciate your enthusiasm for learning about the unique natural and cultural resources of the Ocotillo Wells area.

We look forward to welcoming you back in Fall 2026 for another season of exploration and discovery.

See you next season! 🌵

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5172 Highway 78
Borrego Springs, CA
92004

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