Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge, Wildlife refuge at Pacific coast in Monterey County, United States
The 367-acre sanctuary contains wetlands, sand dunes, salt marshes, and a river lagoon where the Salinas River flows into Monterey Bay.
The refuge received federal protection status in 1974 to support national migratory bird management programs along the Pacific Flyway migration route.
Naturalists and bird watchers document seasonal migrations of brown pelicans, herons, egrets, and numerous waterfowl species throughout the protected area.
Visitors can access two main trails: the 1.6-mile Beach Trail leading to the ocean and the 1.2-mile River Loop Trail along the Salinas River.
The reserve protects multiple endangered species including the Western snowy plover, Smith's blue butterfly, and the Monterey spineflower in their natural habitat.
Location: Monterey County
Inception: 1974
Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/salinas_river
GPS coordinates: 36.74162,-121.80384
Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:21
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