The image is a black and white photograph of a sign that reads "Salton Sea State Recreation Area". The sign is located on a sandy beach with a vast expanse of water in the background. The sky is cloudy and the horizon is visible in the distance. The photo is taken from a low angle, looking towards the horizon. The sign itself is rectangular in shape and has a white background with black text. There are two arrows pointing towards the right side of the sign, indicating the direction of the state recreation area.