Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge
Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge, National Wildlife Refuge in Orange County, United States.
The refuge encompasses 965 acres of coastal wetlands with salt marshes, tidal channels, and mudflats along the Pacific coast of California.
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service established this protected area in 1972 through a partnership with the Department of the Navy.
The refuge maintains essential habitats for three endangered species: California clapper rail, California least tern, and Belding's Savannah sparrow.
Monthly guided tours occur on the last Saturday, as public access remains restricted due to the location within an active military installation.
The coastal salt marsh spans 565 acres and functions as a critical winter stopover for numerous bird species traveling along the Pacific Flyway.
Location: Orange County
Inception: 1972
Operator: United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/seal_beach
GPS coordinates: 33.73772,-118.07422
Latest update: May 23, 2025 03:39
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