Colorful faulted sedimentary badlands and canyon walls in the Coyote Mountains Wilderness near Ocotillo—a BLM dirt-road drive into striped reds, ochres, and greys of the western Colorado Desert, popular for short walks and photography.
Field facts
| Region | Imperial County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 32.8152, -115.9747 |
| Unit | Coyote Mountains Wilderness (BLM) |
| Access | Painted Gorge Road north of Evan Hewes Hwy |
| Geology | Faulted desert sediments / badlands |
| Nearby | Ocotillo / Anza-Borrego west edge |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaCoyote Mountains Wilderness5.9 km away
- Rec areaJacumba Wilderness16.8 km away
- Rec areaFish Creek Mountains Wilderness17.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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