![Fresh growth is popping out on this spiky cactus along the Hellhole Canyon trail in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. (John Nelson)](https://thumb.spokesman.com/uO6q6eDqVn9RLDznlEJuDvMVKgE=/600x0/media.spokesman.com/graphics/2018/07/sr-loader.png)
Anza-Borrego Desert shows a less familiar, still wonderful side of California
The desert is an acquired taste.
The desert is an acquired taste.
Enjoy the ongoing adventures of Leslie Kelly and John Nelson as they experience all the cool things the West has to offer, from wineries to restaurants. In the process they’ll try out different vehicles and give you fun tips to plan your own cool travel journeys. Just for fun, there's additional travel info from Dan Webster.