-
Snoflo Premium
Get unlimited access to all our content
With no Ad interruptions! - Start Your Free Trial Login with existing account
Borrego-Springs
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
1.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.5/10
Borrego Springs is a small town located in the heart of the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in California. The area is characterized by a hot desert climate, with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer months. The region is also known for its unique hydrology constituents, including underground springs that feed into the nearby Salton Sea. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Borrego Springs include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing in the state park, as well as golfing at several nearby courses. The town also hosts an annual Desert Festival, featuring live music, food, and art. Overall, Borrego Springs offers a unique desert experience for those interested in outdoor adventure and exploration.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.4
Borrego-Springs receives approximately
139mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
23°C.
Borrego-Springs has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Salton Sea
Area Rivers
Salton Sea
Snowpack Depths
Salton Sea
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Salton Sea
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.5
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cibbets Flat | 25 | 4,154 ft | |||
| Lark Canyon | 15 | 3,766 ft | |||
| Ocotillo Wells State Vehicle Area | None | 360 ft | |||
| Laguna | 104 | 5,518 ft | |||
| Agua Caliente | 141 | 1,311 ft | |||
| Ocotillo Wells OHV Dispersed | None | 151 ft | |||
| Boulder Oaks | 30 | 3,173 ft | |||
| Tamarisk Grove - Anza Borrego Desert State Park | 27 | 1,395 ft | |||
| Burnt Rancheria | 109 | 5,929 ft | |||
| Bow Willow - Anza Borrego State Park | 16 | 931 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.