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Calcite Mine Slots, Anza-Borrego CA

Overview

Explore slot canyons near Borrego Springs, CA and hike up to the calcite mine site for panoramic desert views. Map, parking & GPX download.

Trail Stats

Duration
3.7 hr
Length
6.8 km
Elevation Gain
527 m
High Point
359 m
Low Point
160 m
Grade
—

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A person is seen walking through a narrow canyon with towering, rugged rock walls on either side. The canyon walls feature layers and textures formed by natural erosion, showcasing light brown and beige hues. Above, the sky is a bright, clear blue, contras
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A person in the desert wearing a red shirt.
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The image presents a vast, arid desert landscape with rugged, rocky terrain dominating the scene. In the foreground, there is a dry, leafless bush with multiple intertwined branches, its silvery-gray hues contrasting with the reddish-brown tones of the sur
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The image depicts a stark desert scene with distinctive geological features. In the foreground stands a large, eroded rock formation characterized by multiple cavities and rugged textures, likely caused by natural erosion. The terrain is predominantly dry,
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The image consists of two photographs placed side by side. On the left, there is a view of a narrow canyon with tall, rugged rock walls made of light-colored stone. The canyon is sunlit, with the sunlight partially obscured by the canyon walls, casting dra
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The image displays a prominent natural rock formation in a desert setting. The centerpiece of the scene is a massive sandstone arch or bridge-like structure, showcasing its rugged, weathered texture with layers and cracks formed over time. The sandstone va
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