Especially since many are apparently crossing the highway on foot to reach the canals. And dangerous for those on that stretch of road, unfortunately. Not to mention that there are no access roads and those making their way to the canals have to park on the site of a major Interstate Highway, which also is illegal. While the blue canals are partly on public lands, they also cross into private property, and many “no trespassing” signs are posted. There could also be unstable/sinking ground near the canals and the surrounding steep berm areas.Īnd that’s not all. The water isn’t toxic, but it just isn’t made for swimming. The BLM’s manager says the canals “are not appropriate for recreation due to the canals’ industrial design and other unknown hazards.” The federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM) agency warns potential adventurers that the waters may “be unsafe for boating and swimming”. Canal corner (photo credit: Scott Taylor) The problem is that the canals are not natural at all: they are designed for industrial purposes, as local company Intrepid Potash uses the canals (and nearby ponds) to extract minerals from the brines. But it’s also important to be respectful of locals. We’re all for exploring hidden, unusual, and off-the-beaten-path destinations (in fact, avoiding touristy destinations is vital to traveling more authentically). Why exploring the blue canal isn’t recommended
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