Salton Sea Bird Festival — Happening All Day, Multiple Locations!

Join us Saturday, January 17, 2026 for the Salton Sea Bird Festival, with activities taking place from 7AM to sunset at two locations around the Salton Sea!

📍 North Event:
Salton Sea State Recreation Area (North Shore)

📍 South Events:
Sonny Bono Salton Sea National Wildlife Refuge (Calipatria)

All activities begin at the posted signs in front of each visitor center.

• Be sure to scan the QR code on the flyer to register.

• This free, family-friendly event celebrates the incredible birdlife of the Salton Sea. Donations are appreciated and support continued conservation and education efforts.

• Sponsored by our amazing partners including California State Parks, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Sea & Desert Interpretive Association, and Salton Sea Audubon.