Trail Overview

This is an out-and-back trail that splits from Fish Creek wash in the Sandstone Canyon area of Anza Borrego State Park. Just before the end of the trail, there is a small fork; to the right, there is a small dispersed campsite with a fire ring, to the left, the wash ends at the wilderness boundary at the base of the Olla Mud Palisades.

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Difficulty

This trail runs directly up a wash, so the majority of the trail is sand/small rocks.

Technical Rating

Mike

Jan 19, 2026

2023 Mazda CX-50

Open

Normal

Unexpected highlight of the day. We did some spur trails off the north fork and sandstone canyon but the mud palisades were the highlight. We climbed up them a ways and explored the area. The trail in was empty and not any more difficult than sandstone canyon. Highly recommend to take a visit if in the area. The trail ends abruptly in a narrow passage, if you have high enough clearence you can turn around but I backed down 30ft to a spot I could easily turn around.

Nao H

May 18, 2025

Open

Dan Jessup

Feb 22, 2025

2023 Ford Bronco

Open

NormalDustyWashboard

Trail was open and no obstructions. We walked around the mud palisades for a while. Cool canyon.

Romain Laboisse

Oct 22, 2023

Open

Olla Wash Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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