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Don Edwards SF Bay National Wildlife Refuge

ExploreFremont, East Bay4.3/5

Sobre este lugar

The largest urban wildlife refuge in the US with easy trails for bird watching, salt marsh exploration, and nature education. The visitor center has great exhibits about the Bay ecosystem. Perfect for introducing kids to wetland wildlife.

Informações

Faixa etária

All Ages

Tipo de local

Outdoor

Faixa de preço

Free

Melhor horário

Morning for bird watching, fall and winter migration season

Estacionamento

Free parking at the visitor center on Marshlands Road.

Dicas

Bring binoculars for bird watching. The Tidelands Trail is an easy 1.3-mile loop. Guided walks on weekends are free.

Acessível para carrinhoTrocador de fraldasAlimentação no local--Reserva necessária--

Tags

wildlifebirdsnaturefreewetlands
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Localização

Fremont, East BayComo chegar

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