Route Description
Usa, north-america
75.63 km
9 m
moderate
Year-round
Cruising through California, State Route 111 is a must-do! Starting way down south in Calexico, practically on the border, it runs all the way up to Whitewater, near Palm Springs. This road is the lifeline of both the Coachella and Imperial Valleys, linking towns and farms from top to bottom.
Heads up: SR 111 used to take you straight to the Calexico West Port of Entry, but they rerouted it a few years back.
For a good chunk of the drive – about 40 miles – you'll be hugging the eastern edge of the Salton Sea. This part of the road can feel a bit eerie and desolate, thanks to the sea's… issues. Think post-apocalyptic vibes meet date groves. On the other side is California State Route 86 (CA-86 S) and runs 75.63km (47.0 miles).
Once you hit the Coachella Valley, SR 111 transforms. Suddenly, it’s a bustling road packed with cars, winding through Indio, La Quinta, and all those swanky desert towns. It's your main artery through the area, so expect traffic.
The northern end of SR 111 is in Palm Springs and it becomes a divided highway before finally meeting Interstate 10 near Whitewater. Even though the views are pretty epic in places, SR 111 isn't officially a State Scenic Highway.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 75.63 km
- Max Elevation
- 9 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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