Salton Sea State Recreation Area

California State Recreation Area · Riverside County

HoursDay use and campground open all day and all night.
Entrance fee$7 / vehicle
CountyRiverside
CampingYes

Salton Sea State Recreation Area entrance fee

$7 per vehicle

Salton Sea State Recreation Area hours

Day use and campground open all day and all night.

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Salton Sea State Recreation Area

One of the world's largest inland seas, created when Colorado River floodwaters broke into the Imperial Valley, with roughly 130 miles of shoreline. Camping, kayaking, birding and photography in stark desert light.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating
  • 🐦 Birding
  • 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🚻 Restrooms
  • 👥 Group Sites
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🚐 RV Dump Station
  • 🌿 Nature Center

Camping options

  • Tent camping
  • RV/trailer sites with hookups
  • RV access
  • Group campsites
  • Hike-and-bike campsites
  • En route campsites
  • Remote camping

Contact

Phone760-393-3052

Address100225 State Park Road, North Shore, CA 92254

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