Train Derailment Near Salton Sea | Exploring the Salton Sea North Shore

This video takes you to the scene of the CA-111 train derailment in March 2026, where twisted rails and scattered debris tell the story of a sudden and dramatic accident in the California desert. We will start with a scenic drive from Slab City, through a U.S. Border Patrol Checkpoint and head Northwest up the Salton Sea Coastline to reach a massive train wreck. We explore what’s known about the incident, examine the site up close, and discuss how events like this is impacting railway transportation and the surrounding area. From there, the journey continues along the nearby Salton Sea North Shore, revealing one of California’s most unusual and haunting landscapes. You’ll see abandoned structures, stark shorelines, and the quiet beauty that defines this unique region. Along the way, we highlight the history of the Salton Sea Yacht Club, offering context to its roller coaster past. Combining on-the-ground footage with exploration, this video captures both the intensity of the derailment site and the strange, captivating character of the desert shoreline nearby.