The Salton Sea is one of California's most unique fishing destinations, located in Imperial and Riverside Counties. This vast inland sea sits at -227 feet below sea level, making it one of the lowest spots on earth. Originally created in 1905 when flooding from the Colorado River breached canal gates leading to the Imperial Valley, the Salton Sea spans approximately 45 miles long and 20 miles wide, with roughly 130 miles of shoreline. While once a thriving tourist destination and sport fishery in the mid-20th century, the Salton Sea has faced increasing challenges due to rising salinity levels and environmental changes. Today, it offers a distinctive fishing experience focused primarily on tilapia and other salt-tolerant species in its hypersaline waters.