Wildflowers at Anza-Borrego: What to know

• Park along the road and walk through the field of flowers with snow-capped mountains as a backdrop.
• Hike the Palm Canyon trail to see bighorn sheep, Axios reader Julianne M. recommends.
• Walk with your dog on the paths around the visitor center to see large cacti and flowering plants in the botanic garden.

If you go: The wet winter weather has made the blooms pop, so the best time to go is now because they could be gone by April.

• Check out the park's visitor guide, interactive wildflower map and prepare for spotty cell service and GPS navigation.

On your way out, stop by the dog-friendly Julian Beer Co. for barbecue.

• You won't be disappointed with the smoked brisket sandwich, as well as the Silk and Honey wheat ale.