Short, sinuous mudstone slot canyon in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park — a walk-through narrows carved in soft Borrego Badlands sediments east of Borrego Springs. Popular desert geology/hike stop combining badland color with enclosed canyon walls; public state-park land with established social trail access.
Field facts
| Region | San Diego County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 33.1820, -116.2158 |
| Managed by | Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (CA State Parks) |
| Feature | Mudstone slot / badlands |
| Access | Dirt spur near Buttes Pass / Borrego Mtn |
| Style | Short walk-through canyon |
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Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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