Salton Sea New Camp

  Salton Sea State Recreation Area (originally Salton Sea State Park) was established in 1955 and runs along the northeast side of the sea for about 15 miles and has five campgrounds. During the 1950s and 60s fishing was fantastic but as the water level dropped only the  fish that could adapt to the increasing salinity survived. The boat launches and fishing piers were left high and dry. New Camp was almost empty when we visited.

  New Camp has two sections, 14 full hookups sites lined up side by side at the end of an asphalt lot, and a loop with non-hookup sites. The sites in the loop are a little unusual because all vehicle parking is along the road. The spaces are about 40’ long so this campground is not designed for large RVs with tow or towed vehicle. Amenities include shade shelters over the picnic tables, restrooms, showers, fresh water, and a dump station.

  The campground is only a few hundred feet from a busy highway and railroad so it’s noisy. We probably would not stay here again due to the noise.

  All of the sites have accessible tables and high fire rings but only the one designated as accessible has a curb cut. The parking spot is short however parking across the spaces would work if you have a long RV. The short, accessible nature trail is paved and makes a half mile loop. The visitor center was closed during our visit but it is accessible. Camping 33.50167, -115.9114