Bodega Marine Reserve, Marine reserve on the Pacific coast in Bodega Bay, US
The Bodega Marine Reserve spans 362 acres of protected coastal land featuring high cliffs, sandy beaches, and grasslands along the Pacific Ocean.
The University of California, Davis established this marine research site to protect and study the diverse coastal ecosystems of Northern California.
Scientists and students from the University of California conduct research on marine life, geology, and environmental changes within the reserve boundaries.
Visitors need official permission from the University of California to access the reserve, which contains natural hazards including white sharks and mountain lions.
The reserve includes subtidal zones, rocky intertidal areas, and mudflats situated near the San Andreas fault, creating distinct geological formations.
Location: Sonoma County
Website: http://bml.ucdavis.edu/bmr
GPS coordinates: 38.30700,-123.06600
Latest update: March 7, 2025 12:44
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