Salton Sea

It covers almost 350 square miles of the California desert at an elevation that’s only a few feet higher than Death Valley’s famed Badwater. Its water is twice as salty as the Pacific Ocean, creating a surreal atmosphere. You might think it’s a mirage when you first see it from a distance due to the shimmering heat waves rising from the desert floor. However, it is disappearing rapidly. Here’s your guide to experiencing the Salton Sea before it changes forever.