Salton Sea State Recreation Area Travel Guide

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Salvation Mountain is a colorful artificial mountain north of Calipatria, California, near Slab City. It is made from adobe, straw, and thousands of gallons of paint.; Shutterstock ID 82139752
Salvation Mountain is a colorful artificial mountain north of Calipatria, California, near Slab City. It is made from adobe, straw, and thousands of gallons of paint.; Shutterstock ID 82139752
The Salton Sea. A massive inland sea sitting directly on the San Andreas Fault about 240 feet below sea level. Not pictured is the putrid smell that pervades this whole area. It has salt levels higher than the Pacific Ocean, with levels increasing every year. . The beach is made of skeletons of millions of fish that died off as the water increased in salinity. Its also loaded with massive salt deposits that make this place look otherwordly. Completely empty and for good reason, this lake, the largest in California is receding dramatically, leaving something of a toxic mix of chemicals and the air in Imperial county is some of the worst in all of California. . . . . #saltonsea #saltonseabeach #california #californian #bombaybeach #socalphotographer #socaltravels #imperialcounty #exploreeverything #exploresolo #environment #ecologic #adventureenthusiast #offthegrid #wayoutthere #atlasobscura #natgeowild #natgeotravel #environmentalhealth #ontheroad #seetheworld #traveltheusa #seeyououtthere #adventure #beboundless #adventurous #adventurenthusiasts #intothewild
I think the Salton Sea still has a lot to offer... #beautiful #saltonsea
Salton Sea! #nature
40-acre Estate, Priv Lake, Tennis, Golf Green, Soccer Buena Vista by Avantstay

40-acre Estate, Priv Lake, Tennis, Golf Green, Soccer Buena Vista by Avantstay

3.5 out of 5
Thermal CA
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Thermal. Enjoy free parking, concierge services and volleyball on-site. Popular attractions PGA West Golf Course and Empire ...
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40-acre Estate, Priv Lake, Tennis, Golf Green, Soccer Buena Vista by Avantstay
Coachella Home w/ Game Room & 1 PM Check-out

Coachella Home w/ Game Room & 1 PM Check-out

3 out of 5
Coachella CA
Stay at this cottage in Coachella. Enjoy free parking, patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Empire Polo Club and PGA West Golf Course are located ...
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Coachella Home w/ Game Room & 1 PM Check-out
Base Camp Pop Up RV & Tent Camping Resort

Base Camp Pop Up RV & Tent Camping Resort

2 out of 5
82950 61st Avenue Thermal CA
Stay at this campsite in Thermal. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Popular attractions PGA West Golf Course and Empire Polo Club are located ...
Second year
This is our second year staying at basecamp, It’s a fun camping experience but there is room to improve. I will say last year was a lot nicer! The bathrooms and showers werent cleaned out as much as they should of been.

Reviewed on 1 May 2018

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40-acre Estate, Priv Lake, Tennis, Golf Green, Soccer Buena Vista by Avantstay

40-acre Estate, Priv Lake, Tennis, Golf Green, Soccer Buena Vista by Avantstay

3.5 out of 5
Thermal CA
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Thermal. Enjoy free parking, concierge services and volleyball on-site. Popular attractions PGA West Golf Course and Empire ...
40-acre Estate, Priv Lake, Tennis, Golf Green, Soccer Buena Vista by Avantstay
Coachella Home w/ Game Room & 1 PM Check-out

Coachella Home w/ Game Room & 1 PM Check-out

3 out of 5
Coachella CA
Stay at this cottage in Coachella. Enjoy free parking, patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Empire Polo Club and PGA West Golf Course are located ...
Coachella Home w/ Game Room & 1 PM Check-out
Base Camp Pop Up RV & Tent Camping Resort

Base Camp Pop Up RV & Tent Camping Resort

2 out of 5
82950 61st Avenue Thermal CA
Stay at this campsite in Thermal. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Popular attractions PGA West Golf Course and Empire Polo Club are located ...
Second year
This is our second year staying at basecamp, It’s a fun camping experience but there is room to improve. I will say last year was a lot nicer! The bathrooms and showers werent cleaned out as much as they should of been.

Reviewed on 1 May 2018

Base Camp Pop Up RV & Tent Camping Resort
See all properties in Salton Sea State Recreation Area
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

International Banana Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at International Banana Museum during your travels in Mecca. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

International Banana Museum

Cities near Salton Sea State Recreation Area

A fun colorful drive ravine through the Mecca Hills at the east end of the Coachella Valley in the southeast corner of the state, 40 miles from Palm Springs #roadtrip #hot #desert #park #hike #beautiful #peaceful #alone #hike #canyon #explore #nature #view #Mountains

Mecca

Bombay beach, Salton Sea Bombay Beach used to be a thriving tourist trap in Southern California. Now it is a reminder of just how much pollution can impact the environment. There are interesting ruins of former buildings and attractions on this area. Worth a stop if you’re in this neck of the woods. #StateParks #SaltonSea #Disaster #EnvironmentalDisaster #BombayBeach

Bombay Beach

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