Month: September 2023

Dagmar Wildlife Mgmt. Area

Dagmar Wildlife Mgmt. Area

Dagmar Wildlife Mgmt. Area is a large hardwood bottomland overflow area spanning approximately 800 acres, featuring a variety of lakes, ponds, sloughs, and bayous that create a unique ecosystem. Many small lakes and sloughs are in the area, including Bayou DeView, Robe Bayou, Hickson Lake, 

George J Hatfield State Park

George J Hatfield State Park

George J Hatfield State Park is a hidden gem in the beautiful San Joaquin Valley, close to Atwater, Ceres, and Delhi. This park, bordered on three sides by the winding Merced River, is a tranquil place to escape it all. Birds are only one of 

Gaviota State Park

Gaviota State Park

Gaviota State Park got its name from the Spanish word for seagull, to the Portola Expedition’s alleged killing of a seagull during their 1769 camping trip. Despite the strong winds that blow across it regularly, this park is a popular site for swimming, fishing in 

Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Merced National Wildlife Refuge

Merced National Wildlife Refuge is a protected area situated in California, USA. It encompasses wetlands, grasslands, and vernal pools, serving as a vital habitat for migratory birds, waterfowl, and other wildlife species. The refuge provides chances for seeing and photographing animals, as well as for 

Malibu Creek State Park

Malibu Creek State Park

Malibu Creek State Park is a breathtaking natural gem in the Santa Monica Mountains of California. Over  8,000 acres, this state park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. It was established in 1974; the park showcases the stunning Malibu Creek Canyon and 

Manchester Beach State Park

Manchester Beach State Park

Manchester Beach State Park boasts 18,000 feet of ocean frontage, featuring a stunning beach, dunes, and expansive flat grasslands. Driftwood accumulates in this area because the shoreline gently curves to provide a “catch basin” for marine debris. The Point Arena Lighthouse is located at the