Wind and water have washed away the surface soil and left spherical sandstone concretions. A really unique land feature that is fun to check out while cooling off after the ride out.

The mud hills of Shell Reef contain fossilized oyster shells that are estimated to be 4 million years old. Shell Reef is a popular spot for off-roaders to hang out during the day. The hills provide motorcycle and quad enthuses with challenging terrain to climb and jump.

A 200 foot-high granite peak with a peninsula of sand leading the way to Shell Reef.

Mud pots bubbling up grey water and gas.

Mesquite sand dunes that are an oasis for wildlife in the middle of the desert. Springs are so close to the ground that coyotes dig inches into the ground to drink up fresh water.

A steep incline of sand blown up the side of Butte Mountain is the icon of Ocotillo Wells. A popular spot day and night where off-road vehicles race up the hill at full throttle only to turn around and do it again. The top of Blow Sand Hill provides a nice view of the desert for miles.

Holmes Camp has vault toilets, shade ramadas, picnic tables, fire rings and pay showers that accept quarters. Luxury living Ocotillo style.

Restaurant, gas, beer, ice, sodas, candy and motorcycle parts. Located on Highway 78 on the east side of Ocotillo Wells. A large cell phone tower makes the Blu-In easily located day or night.

Motel, quad rentals, trailer park, fresh water and RV septic dump (they do keep them separate). General store with food, beer, ice, motorcycle and buggy parts, propane, microwaves to zap frozen munchies and all sorts of stuff you need when at the desert. Located on Highway 78 as you enter Ocotillo Wells from San Diego. The quad rentals building is on the highway, you need to drive into the RV part to get to the store.

The most happening night club within 20 miles. The menu includes beer, peanuts, frozen pizza and CHEAP ICE. Located on Split Mountain Road across from the store.

General store with food, beer, ice, motorcycle and buggy parts and more stuff you need when at the desert. Located on Split Mountain Road across from the Iron Door.

18 miles. Businesses of interest are listed on the Anza-Borrego page.

40 miles. Grocery stores, gas, hospital, fast food, banks, auto parts and repair, hardware stores, restaurants, etc.