Coral Wash

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In Truckhaven Hills, near the Salton Sea, Coral Wash is often used as a desert highway between destinations in the vast emptiness of the Colorado Desert. This trail is often used to get to one of the many sightseeing, unique features, or legendary obstacles just off the side of the route. Another ...Read More
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Highlights of Coral Wash

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Desert Category IconDesert
Sand Category IconSand
Wash Category IconWash
Highest Elevation
218 ft
Shape of Trail
Connector
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Coral Wash
Nearest Town
Salton City
Nearest Services
Salton City
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area

Overview

In Truckhaven Hills, near the Salton Sea, Coral Wash is often used as a desert highway between destinations in the vast emptiness of the Colorado Desert. This trail is often used to get to one of the many sightseeing, unique features, or legendary obstacles just off the side of the route. Another significant must-stop for this trail is the famous Coral Arch, a mud arch large enough to drive a vehicle through. So whether you are camping in the area or just passing through, take a quick detour up Coral Wash to see the unique and exciting things of the low desert.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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10 Waypoints
32 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
6 Community Reviews
1 Video
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