George J. Hatfield State Recreation Area, California state park along Merced River, US.
George J. Hatfield State Recreation Area is a riverside park along the Merced River featuring native trees and a rich variety of birds. The grounds offer continuous river access with natural vegetation lining the waterway throughout the property.
The park was established in 1953 as a recreation area for public access to the river. It was named to honor a state senator who championed environmental protection in California.
The recreation area serves as an educational center where visitors learn about local ecosystems through interpretive programs and nature observation.
The park provides restrooms, drinking water stations, and picnic areas with grills throughout the grounds. Camping facilities are available for those wanting to stay overnight.
An early 1900s bridge crosses the Merced River near the park and now serves only pedestrians and cyclists. This heritage crossing offers a quiet vantage point for watching the water and surroundings.
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