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8/1/2011 10:13:42 AM
caitsift
caitsift
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Hi,

Im looking to drive up or take a short <30mins hike to a nice sport where I can stargaze in anza borrego. Anyone knows of a good location for that?
8/1/2011 12:35:19 PM
tcofer
tcofer
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Blair/Little Blair Valley off of S2, heading South is wonderful for star gazing. 4-wheel drive vehicle is not necessary. Also three different short hikes off of the main road. Great spot for camping and it is a little cooler in that area (Shelter Valley). Culp Valley is another option with a primitive camping area. Pass through Ranchita on S-22 going towards Borrego Springs, right before mile marker 10 on the North side as you head down the hill. Good luck!
8/1/2011 9:54:56 PM
dsefcik
dsefcik
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Gonna go with tcofer on that one also(Blair Valley). You can get good night views from there as it is somewhat sheltered from the lights of Borrego and the Imperial Valley. I was out there last weekend and it was really great, the moon did not rise until about 3-4 am and the sky was full with the Milky Way and I saw many,many shooting stars. Culp Valley is not bad either but I always seem to get some light from Ranchita/Borrego.

Here are a few photos from recent trips from both areas

Culp Valley Big Dipper


Culp Valley Milky Way


Culp Valley Star Trails


Little/Blair Valley Moonset at 9:30pm


Little/Blair Valley Star Trails


Daren
edited by dsefcik on 8/1/2011

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