Today is going to be an interesting day! We are going to Bombay Beach and the Salton Sea. You might have not heard of these areas before. Honestly, I hadn't either until not too long ago. Due to an engineering mistake, water from the Colorado River flowed into the desert area. Over time, the new lake increased in salinity. Before this was all realized, the area built up and Bombay Beach became a hotspot for celebrities and families alike. A beach in the middle of the desert! Then, disaster struck and the salinity killed thousands upon thousands of fish. The vacation destination was no more. Many families who resided in the area left. Some remained, though, and others moved in due to the cheap land. A lot of the area looks like it was left in a time machine.
Heading to Bombay Beach and the Salton Sea
First sighting of the lake
We have arrived! Bombay Beach, here we come!
You can see how the buildings just stand in another time.
We parked the car and then headed out onto the beach.
The stairs to reach the beach
Where we parked the car
First sighting of dead fish - the smell is everywhere
The "sand" is a mix of sand and crushed fish bones. There's no way to get around them.
The beach and lake
Fish carcasses
The lake and area are eerily calm and actually quite beautiful. The sky reflects on the open lake.
Construction equipment left on the beach many years ago
A closer look at the town
Wow. Exploring The Salton Sea and Bombay Beach was incredible. The story behind the area and seeing what an environmental disaster can do was interesting to see. Walking around the beach is a little gross, I won't lie, but I recommend making the trek if you can. Just wear shoes you can throw away!
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