The Authority has made bird disease control an important aspect of the restoration process. The New River has been portrayed as the dirtiest river flowing into the U.S. Studies are countering that claim, showing that the river undergoes a natural cleaning process on its 60-mile course from Mexico to the Salton Sea. Wetlands, currently under construction near Brawley, will provide additional treatment of the water as it flows through. About Enjoying the Sea 13. The Sea provides the most productive fishery in the nation.
Visitors can also enjoy boating, kayaking and taking a tour on a pontoon boat.
The salinity of the water and the elevation of the Sea make for some of the fastest boat racing in the nation. Birdwatching is very popular at the Salton Sea. Almost 400 species have been identified here, the second largest count in the nation. The Sea is also very popular for photographers. The mountain backdrop, frequent misty conditions over the Sea, the blue water in a desert setting and the abundance of birds all provide excellent photographic opportunities.