The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is a vast coastal estuary spanning approximately 1,300 acres in Huntington Beach, CA. It boasts a diverse range of habitats, including open water, mudflats, salt marsh, coastal dunes, seabird nesting islands, riparian, and freshwater marsh, making it a haven for over 200 avian species. Popular among birders and photographers, the reserve offers recreational activities such as wildlife viewing, hiking, and guided tours, with a network of public hiking trails and scenic overlooks accessible from each parking lot.
With a rich history of expansion and restoration, the reserve has grown over time, with the acquisition of wetlands in the 1970s and subsequent additions through restoration projects. The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is not only home to a variety of nesting bird species, including the Ridgway's rail and Western snowy plover, but also supports a diverse range of land mammals, reptiles, marine life, and rare and endangered plants. Visitors can explore this natural oasis bordered by Warner Avenue, Pacific Coast Highway, Bolsa Chica State Beach, and residential neighborhoods.
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