I've wanted to go to La Sal del Rey salt lake for some time. I tried before but was quickly turned around by clouds of mosquitoes. This time there were no mosquitoes and it was cool, so the hike was nice. The sign at the parking on Brushline Road says it's a mile to the lakeshore. It seemed less than a mile to me, but still a good walk. If the first gate is open, you can actually drive to another parking area which lessens the distance by a little more than half. At the second parking area there is a structure with a pit toilet, men's and a women's. From the second parking area it is a short distance to the lake where there is a raised viewing lookout with signs that explain the history, flora and fauna. This time I went it had rained the night before, so there was mud approaching the lakeshore, and I could not see any salt crystals because the water level was higher. That was a bit disappointing, but it was still interesting to see the diverse animal tracks. I'd go again, but not right after a rain. I arrived around 10 AM and no one else was there. By noon there were several other people around, but still very quiet. I recommend you take sunscreen and water if you go during the hot Summer. read more

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