Salton Sea State Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 7:44 PM — under 2h
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — July 31
local timeWaning Gibbous (93% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Salton Sea State Recreation Area
| Location | Desert Beach, California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Salton Sea |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.1/5 (1620 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 33.508839, -115.918116 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Riverside |
| Phone | (760) 393-3059 |
Salton Sea State Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Salton Sea in Desert Beach, California at coordinates 33.50884, -115.91812. Rated 4.1/5 based on 1620 Google reviews.
Salton Sea State Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Salton Sea in Desert Beach, Riverside County, California. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 2 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Salton Sea State Recreation Area
Is Salton Sea State Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Salton Sea State Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in Desert Beach, California.
How is Salton Sea State Recreation Area rated?
Salton Sea State Recreation Area has a 4.1 out of 5 rating based on 1620 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Salton Sea State Recreation Area access?
Salton Sea State Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Salton Sea in Desert Beach, California.
How do I get to Salton Sea State Recreation Area?
Salton Sea State Recreation Area is located at coordinates 33.508839, -115.918116 in Desert Beach, California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 2 other launch options within 1.3 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.