It follows the historic route of the 1775-76 Spanish colonizing expedition from Sonora, Mexico to San Francisco, CA. Whether urban or rural, the trail offers adventure, diverse cultural perspectives, and an opportunity to experience history.
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
The Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail covers over 1200 miles through the homelands of 70+ Tribal communities.
- LocationRichmond, CA
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: 9:30AM - 5:00PM
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Weather now93°F Sunny
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Overview
Topics
- Colonization and Settlement
- Explorers and Expeditions
- Hispanic American Heritage
- Immigration
- Latino American Heritage
- Native American Heritage
- Trails
- Trains and Railroads
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- Transportation
Things to Do
16 activities. Pick one to find other parks that offer it.
- Hiking
- Scenic Driving
- Biking
- Guided Tours
- Horse Trekking
- Junior Ranger Program
- Auto and ATV
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs
- Horseback Riding
- Living History
- Mountain Biking
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Facilities & Services
Find visitor centers and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.
Visitor Centers
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Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center
Visitor Center
The Visitor Center is located at the west end of Palm Canyon Dr. Approaching from the west on S-22, make a left at the stop sign at the intersection of Montezuma Valley…
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The Visitor Center is located at the west end of Palm Canyon Dr. Approaching from the west on S-22, make a left at the stop sign at the intersection of Montezuma Valley Rd and Palm Canyon Dr. Follow Palm Canyon Drive to the parking lot at the end. If approaching from the east, Borrego Salton Seaway, follow S-22 through the town of Borrego Springs. S-22 will turn into Palm Canyon Drive. Follow Palm Canyon Drive all the way to the parking lot at the end of the road. -
Big Break Visitor Center at the Delta
Visitor Center
The Visitor Center is accessible from Big Break Road. It includes hands-on and informational displays about the Delta. The center is staffed by Naturalists and Student…
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The Visitor Center is accessible from Big Break Road. It includes hands-on and informational displays about the Delta. The center is staffed by Naturalists and Student Aides who are happy to share information about the park and activities in the area, including wetland walks and adjoining trails. In addition, Big Break Regional Shoreline offers picnic and meadow areas, a small, shaded amphitheater, boat and kayak launch facilities, and a fishing pier. -
Gila Bend Visitor Center
Visitor Center
An affiliated Arizona Office of Tourism Visitor Center, travelers can expect to find information about any of the four regions of our amazing State, as well as…
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An affiliated Arizona Office of Tourism Visitor Center, travelers can expect to find information about any of the four regions of our amazing State, as well as destination information about Gila Bend. Call (928) 683-2255 for more information. -
Griffith Park Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Griffith Park Visitor Center, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90027. Stop by the Visitor Center for information regarding Griffith Park activities…
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Griffith Park Visitor Center, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90027. Stop by the Visitor Center for information regarding Griffith Park activities, attractions, and permits. You may also call the Visitor Center Permit Office at (323) 644-2050, Tuesday to Saturday, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. -
Saguaro National Park East - Rincon Mountain District Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Saguaro National Park has two districts geographically separated by the city of Tucson. The Rincon Mountain District (RMD) is often referred to as Saguaro East, while…
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Saguaro National Park has two districts geographically separated by the city of Tucson. The Rincon Mountain District (RMD) is often referred to as Saguaro East, while the Tucson Mountain District (TMD) is often referred to as Saguaro West. -
Saguaro National Park West - The Red Hills Visitor Center
Visitor Center
The Red Hills Visitor Center is a great place to learn about the park and start your visit to Saguaro National Park's West District. Views from the patio are spectacular…
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The Red Hills Visitor Center is a great place to learn about the park and start your visit to Saguaro National Park's West District. Views from the patio are spectacular and overlook the Red Hills and majestic Saguaro cactus forest nearby. Learn more about the unique geology of the Tucson Mountains, get great recommendations on how to get the most out of your time in the park, or explore the park bookstore. General information, park maps, and hiking guides are available in front of the building 24-hrs a day
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Visitor Centers
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Santa Monica Mountains Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center
Visitor Center
The Santa Monica Mountains Interagency Visitor Center is located in what once was the ranch stables, which was part of King C. Gillette Ranch. The stables were…
26876 Mulholland Highway, Calabasas, CA Directions
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The Santa Monica Mountains Interagency Visitor Center is located in what once was the ranch stables, which was part of King C. Gillette Ranch. The stables were refurbished to make it a visitor center. In alignment with the Department of the Interior sustainability goals, the building is the first “net zero” visitor center in the National Park Service and worked with the U.S. Green Building Council to qualify the building as a LEED certified facility. -
William Penn Mott, Jr. Presidio Visitor Center
Visitor Center
The visitor center is the go-to place to find out what is happening and what there is to do in the Presidio. Discover the Presidio through a large relief map, inspiring…
210 Lincoln Blvd., San Francisco, CA Directions
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The visitor center is the go-to place to find out what is happening and what there is to do in the Presidio. Discover the Presidio through a large relief map, inspiring video, engaging exhibitions on history and nature, interactive tools, and knowledgeable staff that can help you uncover the incredible array of experiences possible here.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: 9:30AM - 5:00PM · Administrative Staff Hours
Hours details
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Administrative Staff HoursToday: 9:30AM - 5:00PM
Hours listed are for the Richmond, California administrative office of the Anza Trail (admin office not currently open to public). The 1,200-mile Anza Trail connects historic, cultural, and recreation sites from Nogales, AZ, to the San Francisco Bay Area that reveal the legacy of our Spanish colonial heritage. To learn more, visit http://www.nps.gov/juba. Each site along the Anza Trail is managed independently. Contact individual sites for hours, directions, and other details.
Monday 9:30AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:30AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:30AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:30AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:30AM - 5:00PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Weather
93°F
Sunny · feels like 91°
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Today
105° 60°
Sunny1% rain
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Tomorrow
96° 77°
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Saturday
97° 80°
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WeatherExtreme Heat Warning Details
Extreme Heat Warning issued October 1 at 12:29AM PDT until October 8 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the
upper 90s to 106 expected. Nights will be very warm with low
temperatures mostly in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
* WHERE...San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland
Empire.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
WeatherExtreme Heat Warning Details
Extreme Heat Warning issued October 1 at 12:29AM PDT until October 8 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures ranging
from the mid 80s to around 90 near the coast to the lower to mid
90s near higher coastal terrain expected. Nights will be very warm
with low temperatures mostly in the lower to mid 70s.
* WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
WeatherExtreme Heat Warning Details
Extreme Heat Warning issued October 1 at 12:29AM PDT until October 8 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid
to upper 90s expected. Nights will be very warm with low
temperatures mostly in the lower to mid 70s.
* WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
WeatherExtreme Heat Warning Details
Extreme Heat Warning issued October 1 at 12:29AM PDT until October 8 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid
90s to 104 expected. Night will be very warm with low temperatures
mostly in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
* WHERE...Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
What to expect by season
The 1,200-mile Anza Trail connects historic, cultural, and recreation sites from Nogales, AZ, to the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more, visit http://www.nps.gov/juba. Each site along the Anza Trail is managed independently. Contact individual sites for hours, directions, and other details.
Contact the park
Upcoming Events
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Anza Exhibit at the Monterey History & Art Association Museum at Stanton Center
Event page for Anza Exhibit at the Monterey History & Art Association Museum at Stanton Center (opens in a new tab)About
The exhibit commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Anza expedition by exploring both the expedition itself and the environment the settlers found when they arrived in Monterey. Panels discuss the founding of Monterey, early buildings and structures, the Anza expedition, and three Voyages of Discovery (La Perouse, Malaspina and Vancouver) that visited Monterey relatively soon after the settlers arrived. Reproductions of 22 drawings created by voyage artists provide a visual sense of place and time. An NPS Anza Trail poster will be displayed, and brochures and travel guides will be made available to visitors.
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Anza Trail volunteers ride the Amtrak Coast Starlight to share about California's landscape and history. — NPS Photo -
Getting There
Richmond, CA 94804
Details listed are for the Richmond, California administrative office of the Anza Trail (administrative office is not currently open to the public). The 1,210-mile Anza Trail connects historic, cultural, and recreation sites from Nogales, AZ, to the San Francisco Bay Area that reveal the legacy of our Spanish colonial heritage.
Full directions
Each site along the Anza Trail is managed independently. Contact individual sites for hours, directions, and other details.
Mailing address: 440 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 300, Richmond, CA 94804
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