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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
The San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary encapsulates around 300 acres of nature preserve in Orange County.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
The local chapter of the National Audobon Society is housed in the preserve, offering programs and grounds for visitors.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
The Pond 1 Loop Trail is on a flat dirt path circling one of the larger ponds in the preserve.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
Trails run along the edge of a pond with the urban skyline in the background.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
Irvine and Santa Ana buildings can be seen along the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
At dusk each night, some of the bird populations put on a show in the sky.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
The wildlife sanctuary offers a peaceful respite in the midst of the urban area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
Several benches are set along the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/19/2025
San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary.