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El Centro is one of those rare inland destinations where you can angle for fresh water fish without necessarily doing so in a body of water. Impressively sized catfish and small striped bass can be found within the miles and miles of irrigation canals used for agricultural purposes which run alongside many of El Centro's country roads. In addition to the canals, fishing hotspots include Sunbeam Lake, the Sunbeam Lagoon, the Central Main Canal, the Fig Lagoon and the Sperber Reservoir.
Imperial Valley Expo Fairgrounds
Usually held in late February or March. There are other events during other times of the year.
Drawing hundreds of thousands of people annually, this site is mainly for off-road driving.
Sand, sand, sand!
Central Union High School (home games)
The Central Union High School Spartans have periodically been among the best high school football teams in the state. Their high school band is one of the best in the nation. The local high school football season is from August to October.
The best local tennis players convene Saturday mornings at the Southwest High School Tennis Courts. Play is social yet competitive and typically starts between 7 and 8AM. Several of the older players hold national rankings.