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Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve

ExplorePalo Alto, South Bay4.5/5

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The largest tract of undisturbed marshland remaining in the San Francisco Bay at 1,940 acres. Fifteen miles of trails through tidal and freshwater habitats. The Lucy Evans Baylands Nature Interpretive Center has wildlife displays, microscopes for kids, and guided nature walks. One of the best birdwatching areas on the West Coast.

Інформація

Віковий діапазон

2-5, 5-8, 8-12

Тип місця

Outdoor

Рівень цін

Free

Найкращий час

Winter for migratory birds; spring/fall for migrations

Парковка

Free at Embarcadero Rd end.

Поради

Interpretive Center has free admission. Leashed dogs allowed. Best at high tide in winter for migratory birds. Flat trails are great for bikes.

Зручно для колясокПеленальний столик--Харчування на місці--Потрібне бронювання--

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wetlandsbird-watchingnature-centerfreemarshland
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