Cougar Canyon Trail
1.3 mi
Distance
922 ft
Elev. Gain
54m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Cougar Canyon Trail is a point-to-point trail in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, managed by California State Parks, in San Diego County, California. It is 1.3 miles long and gains 922 feet. The nearest town is Borrego Springs, California, about 9 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 694 ft |
| End | 1.3 mi | 1,031 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Managed by California State Parks
Source of truth
- Anza-Borrego Desert State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Borrego Springs, CA · about 9 mi away
- County:
- San Diego County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Anza-Borrego Desert State Park · California State Parks
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(760) 767-4205
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Sheep Canyon Primitive Campground
1 mi awayAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
Borrego Springs, CA
Dispersed
Los Coyotes Camp Cahuilla Reservation
6.5 mi awayWarner Springs, CA
Pricing varies — check with the operator
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7.5 mi awayAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
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Palm Canyon Hotel & RV Resort
8.5 mi awayAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
Borrego Springs, CA
Private Reservable
Culp Valley Primitive Campground
9 mi awayAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
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The Springs at Borrego RV Resort and Golf Course
9.2 mi awayAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
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