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Arroyo Tapiado

San Diego County, CA

Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park wash system known for fragile mud caves, slot-like passages, and badlands eroded into soft sediments of the Carrizo Badlands edge. A classic self-guided desert geology/adventure hike when dry; caves form in mudstone and can collapse after rain.

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RegionSan Diego County, CA
Coordinates (approx.)32.8942, -116.1783
ParkAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
FeatureMud caves / badland arroyo
NearbyFish Creek Wash / Carrizo corridor
SeasonBest cool-season; avoid after storms

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