Salton Sea, Bombay Beach, and Slab City (AKA the Slabs)


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February 20th 2018
Published: February 20th 2018
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(In the pictures zoom in on the graffiti, there are interesting messages to be read) The day started with a very windy drive from Quartzsite to the 24 Palms Spotlight Casino, the news says gusts hit 65 MPH, but we arrived safely. Right away we noticed the lush green grass at the entrance. I told Mi Hyon, "I bet Maggie will love having her feet in grass again! It's been quite a while!" Well, once ... Read Full Entry



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Roaming DogsRoaming Dogs
Roaming Dogs

There are roaming dogs, kids, and tourists...
Decorated TrailerDecorated Trailer
Decorated Trailer

Someone lives here.
7777 Beal Road 7777 Beal Road
7777 Beal Road

Someone's unique abode.
Home on Way to East JesusHome on Way to East Jesus
Home on Way to East Jesus

Zoom in and read some of the messages to get a flavor of the folks living here.
Chateau RelaxoChateau Relaxo
Chateau Relaxo

Read the signs they are a little scary.
A Very Typical HomeA Very Typical Home
A Very Typical Home

Most front yards and homes look about like this.
Abandoned First National BankAbandoned First National Bank
Abandoned First National Bank

Bank in Niland, nearest town to Slab City. It's the nicest building in town...was once the town center.



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