SoCal Camping Meetup in Anza Borrego (3 days)

Southern California Camper Van Meetup in Anza Borrego

Join us for a three-day dispersed camping trip in Blair Valley, part of beautiful Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. This will also be my last trip with the Weekend Outside group, so let’s make it a great one!
This casual meetup is perfect for all camping enthusiasts — especially van campers and overlanders. The focus is on relaxing, socializing, sharing ideas and best practices, and simply enjoying the outdoors together.
Please note: This is dispersed camping — there are no toilets, water, or amenities available. Come prepared with everything you need to be fully self-sufficient.
Blair Valley offers wide open spaces and scenic desert views. We’ll be limiting the group to 15 vehicles to keep things small and personal.

Trip Details

• Dates: Friday, November 14th – Sunday, November 16th
• Group Size: Limited to 15 vans
• Group Age: Adults 21 y.o.+ are welcome
• Campsite: Blair Valley Campground, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
• Coordinates to the campground: 33°02'05.8"N 116°24'05.7"W or link https://maps.app.goo.gl/JEh6cGWBmYqaFVQC8
• Cost: Free - but you must have a van. Bring your gear, food, drinks etc.
• Meeting Point: At the campsite. Blair Valley Campground. We will be there Friday @ 8AM. Looks for a "Weekend Outside" bandit sign as you drive down the road into the campground.

What to Bring

• Camping supplies/equipment
• Food & drinks
• At least two bundles of firewood per person for community campfire
• Plenty of water

Trip Guidelines

• This is a fun, relaxed trip—no politics, and be respectful to everyone.
• Flexibility—you can join group activities or explore on your own.
• No kids (adults only), but friendly pets are welcome.
• You don’t have to stay the entire trip—come for as long as you’d like.
• I’ll be bringing an EZ-Up canopy for shade and group hangouts.
• There will be activities at the campsite (games etc.), we will be exploring the area on Saturday (for those who want to), or you can hang out with other campers - it's up to you!
• This is not a guided trip - you can do whatever you please. We do not provide entertainment and do not organize any exploration trips while we camp - you will have to schedule this on your own.

Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival

• Arrive at the campsite around 10:00AM
• We'll set-up camp and start camping, setup a campfire and a relax. Bring your own drinks, socialize and make friends

Day 2 – Saturday

• Explore the area on your own, or connect with others and explore together.
• Camp and relax, play games etc.

Day 3 – Sunday - Wrap up

• Departure

Sign Up & Contact
Join this trip by reserving your spot in Meetup.

Looking forward to an amazing weekend!