The California State Route 86

California State Route 86 is a north-south highway that runs primarily through the Imperial Valley and southeastern California, connecting the U.S.-Mexico border near Calexico to the junction with Interstate 10 near Blythe. It serves as a key corridor for transportation of agricultural products, freight, and local traffic. The route traverses flat desert terrain, passing through desert communities, farmland, and border crossings, and provides vital access for trade and regional mobility. It's an essential route for commerce and daily travel in southern California and northern Mexico border regions.