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Access Site CA

Desert Shores Trailer Park & Marina

Salton Sea

Source: california_department_of_parks_and_recreation Updated 1 year ago

City: Thermal, CA
County: Imperial County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 33.40583300, -116.03587900
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About This Access Site
The Desert Shores Trailer Park & Marina offers convenient boat access to the Salton Sea in Thermal, California. This large inland saltwater lake, located in the remote Colorado Desert, provides a unique and scenic setting for kayaking, canoeing, and power boating.

The marina at Desert Shores features a boat ramp that allows easy launching for small craft. Parking is available nearby, though the specific number of spaces is unclear. Visitors should note that the Salton Sea can experience high winds and fluctuating water levels, so caution is advised when venturing out. The surrounding Santa Rosa and Dos Palmas Preserve areas offer additional recreational opportunities for nature lovers when not on the water.

For those seeking to explore the Salton Sea by boat, the Desert Shores Trailer Park & Marina provides a practical access point. Its location along the lake's western shore makes it a useful starting point for paddlers, anglers, and power boaters looking to discover this remarkable, if somewhat unusual, inland water body.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Santa Rosa Wilderness Located within
Dos Palmas Preserve Located within
Mecca Hills Wilderness Located within