Old Borges Ranch
About the district
Old Borges Ranch, at 1035 Castlerock Rd., was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jul 7, 1981: the first place in Walnut Creek to be listed. Only 836 of California’s 2,865 listings are older. The Register lists it for its agriculture and exploration/settlement, at the local level. The district takes in 4 historic buildings. The listing covers 393.8 acres.
What it isThe former ranch of early Walnut Creek pioneer Frank Borges. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗
PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 79 MB · National Archives↗Finding Old Borges Ranch
1035 Castlerock Rd., Walnut Creek
No other Register listing is within a short walk.
Memories of Old Borges Ranch
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
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Questions about Old Borges Ranch
Is Old Borges Ranch on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Jul 7, 1981 (Register number 81000147).
Is Old Borges Ranch a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; California has 141 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Tao House, 4.7 miles away.
Can you visit Old Borges Ranch?
Yes: it is open to visitors. Check opening times before you go.
Where can I read the history of Old Borges Ranch?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 79 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 123858552 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.