Tours and Tickets to Experience Salton Sea

There is an entrance fee for Salton Sea state park and recreation area.

Gas stations can be difficult to find in some areas around the lake, so make sure to fuel up when you get the chance.

The area is great for birdwatchers and stargazers. Nearby attractions include the Sonny Bono Salton Sea National Wildlife Refuge—an important stop for migratory birds—and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, a designated International Dark Sky Park.

Restaurants, stores, museums, and other accommodations have unusual hours in the Salton Sea area. Be sure to check hours before visiting.