SAN JOAQUIN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Once a degraded marshland, now one of the largest coastal freshwater marshlands in Southern California. Ten miles of trails popular with walkers, joggers, bird-watchers and families out for a scenic, leisurely stroll.

Owned by Irvine Ranch Water District and managed by the San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary. For information on wildlife education programs and tours, call the Sea & Sage Audubon Society. (949) 261-7963. http://www.seaandsageaudubon.org/