The desert is looking pretty magical right now. On January 24, 2026, my husband and I rode our bikes from our home in Borrego Springs to Henderson Canyon to check on the wildflowers, and the difference a week makes is remarkable!
What We’re Seeing Here in Borego
While it’s not a Super Bloom yet, the color is spreading even more widely, with more clusters of sand verbena, desert primrose, and desert lilies appearing. Check it out:
From a local’s perspective, it’s amazing to watch the desert transform day by day, and more folks come in from out of town to see how beautiful it’s become.
Cars line Henderson Canyon on January 24, 2026, as locals and tourists stop to view the desert wildflower bloom. Photo by Shannon Cheesman.
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